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Category: Makeup
Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure Shades
The Complete Salon Manicure you love is now even better with amazing new shades. Style starts with a stunning spectrum of high-shine, perfectly pigmented nail polishes in on-trend, elegant hues. Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure™ introduces fashion-forward colors ranging from wearable, sparkle-spiked neutrals to daringly deep tones. Our all-in-one formula with keratin boasts 7 benefits in one bottle – base coat, strength, growth treatment, salon color, top coat, chip resistance, and gel shine finish. The new formula delivers up to 64% stronger nails and up to 10 days of chip-resistant wear. It’s everything you need to achieve a professional nail look at home. Here, six dazzling new shades in the Complete Salon Manicure™ lineup, available in a range of finishes.
Like the perfect wardrobe collection, the shades range from chic neutrals to deeper tones that express your mood:
World Is My Oyster Make moves in this ethereal take on a pearlescent copper nude.
Society Ruler Channel the upper echelons in this rich burgundy.
Hooked On Onyx Vamp it up in this gem of a glossy black polish.
Devil Wears Nada is a nakedly daring neutral pink-beige blend.
Freedom Of Peach Punch up your tips in this fruity, sun-ripened peach tint.
Mauvin’ On Up Decorate those digits with a penthouse-worthy creamy pink-mauve hue.
NEW LAUNCH Shadow Sticks – Merle Norman Cosmetics
A hot launch for fall/winter ’16, Merle Norman Shadow Sticks were JUST released in 10 gorgeous shades and make applying long-wearing shadow as easy as signing your name. The fun, easy-to-use stick is crease-resistant and designed for versatility. They’re perfect to use as your main shadow, a base or even a liner with a buildable formula designed to go from sheer to full-on color. They even have a special key ingredient, microspheres, which impart a silky texture while absorbing oil to keep lids sebum free.
No matter what color is trending this season from matte to shimmer, you’ll find what you need in Merle Norman Shadow Sticks.
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Get The Look: Rita Ora in Rimmel London at the Nocturnal Animals Premiere
The Look: Bold and sultry
The Inspiration: Celebrity Makeup Artist Kathy Jeung was inspired by the singer, actress and Rimmel London Ambassador’s dramatic black Tom Ford tunic, opting for strong bronzed eyes, bronzed cheeks and a pale lip.
How to Get the Look:
SKIN
To begin, Kathy applied Rimmel London Fix & Perfect Pro Primer to prep and prime skin for makeup. She then used Rimmel London Hide the Blemish Concealer in Light Beige to conceal dark circles, brushing Rimmel London Match Perfection Concealer in Light/Medium on top, gently patting and blending the two together with her ring finger. Next, she applied Rimmel London Match Perfection Foundation in Sand, blending into Rita’s skin with a makeup brush and a damp makeup sponge. Kathy then set Rita’s foundation with a light dust of Rimmel London Stay Matte Pressed Powder in Silky Beige and finished by applying Rimmel London Kate Sculpting Kit in Golden Sands to her cheeks.
LIPS
Kathy prepped Rita’s lips with Rimmel London Lip Conditioning Balm by Kate to add moisture and to prime lips for color. Next, she lined Rita’s lips with Rimmel London Exaggerate Lip Liner in Innocent and finished by applying Rimmel London Moisture Renew Lipstick in First Class Nude.
EYES & BROWS
The base of Rita’s strong eye was the NEW Rimmel London Magnif’Eyes Palette in London Calling. Kathy applied a matte beige shade to the browbone and a deep bronze to the lid and crease, blending outwards towards the temples. Along the upper and lower lashline, Kathy drew a thin line with Rimmel London Magnif’eyes Double Ended Shadow & Liner in Back to Blacks, smudging it into the lashline. Next, she used the same liner to line the inner rims of the eyes. To lift the outer corners of the eyes, Kathy applied a flick of Rimmel London Colour Precise Eyeliner in Black. To add a touch of bronze to the lower lash line, she applied Rimmel London ScandalEyes Shadow Stick in Bad Bronze. Finally, Kathy finished Rita’s eyes by applying a few coats of Rimmel London ScandalEyes Mascara in Black to upper and lower lashes.
Kathy enhanced Rita’s brows by applying Rimmel London Brow This Way Brow Sculpting Kit in Blonde, brushing her brows into place, filling and shaping them.
Where to Find Them: Rimmel London products are available at chain drug stores and mass retailers nationwide. Visit www.RimmelLondon.com for store locations and to try the newest products with Rimmel London’s exclusive Virtual Makeup Tool.
vbeauté Soft Core Rejuvenating Glacial Oil – Product Review
It takes time and effort to have beautiful skin. There’s a few basic techniques that one should incorporate in their skincare routine which includes applying vbeaute’ Soft Core Rejuvenating Glacial Oil. The rejuvenating oil is unscented and provides instant hydration.
Product Review –
vbeaute’ Soft Core Rejuvenating Glacial Oil holds true to the beautiful violet container and swiss botanical ingredients. The oil improves skin smoothness and leaves a radiant-looking finish. I tested this product (after cleansing my face) and the results included a glowing, youthful appearance.
vbeauté Soft Core Rejuvenating Glacial Oil can also be used morning and evening.
To learn more about the product, read below:
vbeauté Soft Core Rejuvenating Glacial Oil
- Fast-absorbing, dry, lightweight oil that increases skin moisture for up to 12 hours
- Contains BerryFlux Vita Complex, an oil-soluble extract of raspberry cultured stem cells plus a blend of lipids
- Formulated with 34% squalene to help optimize skin’s moisture and help with the look of skin suppleness
- Contains antioxidants from Swiss Alpine rose plant stem cells to help protect skin against free radical aggressors
- Contains highest quality raspberry extracts and jojoba seed oil originally sourced from the semi-desert areas of the United States
- Contains camellia oil from a winter-blooming flower that has been harvested for centuries
- Contains avocado oil extracted from the flesh of the avocado fruit, and not the seed
- Dermatologist and allergy tested; Free of parabens, fragrance and mineral oils
Price: $50
Availability: vbeaute.com, HSN.com
After using Soft Core just once, 100% showed an average of 143% increase in skin hydration.
Remove Dark Circles and Blemishes – Concealer
Concealer is a necessary beauty product that everyone should own in their makeup arsenal. It refreshes the eyes while removing dark under-eye circles.
Corrective Makeup (also known as Concealer) serves an aid to give the appearance of even skin. Have you ever noticed a blemish and needed to attend a meeting the next day? If purchased in the right shade, this particular product will eliminate the issue.
A few additional tricks one could use with concealer application includes applying on the eyelids to eliminate shadow flacking; sponge on the bra area for décolletage definition, dab a small amount to the brow bone for highlighting the arch; and shape the lips with a small brush.
One of the most important tips when purchasing a new concealer is selecting the correct shade. It’s a tedious task and if you’re not a makeup enthusiast, please visit the local counter for assistance. Additional suggestions include –
- Use a shade that’s lighter than your natural skin complexion. This is very important when eliminating blemishes or dark spots.
- For brown girls, purchase a concealer in the shade of your undertone (either yellow or orange.) For example, I have red undertones and wear an orange concealer underneath my eyes.
- BUT – for dark circles, go one shade darker than your normal concealer color.
- ALWAYS apply moisturizer, foundation, and then concealer! Do not skip this step because your face could potentially break out or look chalky.
In my opinion, I encourage makeup enthusiasts to use a brush or beauty blender sponge for concealer application. The brush will maneuver inside of the eye crease and Beauty Blender gives a flawless look. Also, let me know (here) what are your favorite concealer brands!
SALLY HANSEN’s 18K GOLD COLLECTION – Nail Care
Gold is one of the hottest ingredients in beauty, and not just because of its glamorousreputation. It’s one of the most talked-about ingredients in skin care thanks to its remarkable ability to stimulate collagen, boost elasticity, and increase firmness.
Now, Sally Hansen brings the unique benefits of this precious metal to nails with 18K Gold Nail Care. This luxe duo instantly treats and beautifies nails and cuticles in just one step, featuring formulas infused with real 18-karat gold that helps nourish, protect, and fortify. With 18K Gold Hardener and 18K Gold Cuticle Eraser, it’s easy to be the girl with the golden touch—and perfectly manicured nails and cuticles.
18K Gold Hardener ($7.49) locks in moisture and strengthens nails. This eye-catching treatment combines real 18-karat gold with peptides and amino acids—ingredients known to promote healthy growth. The breakthrough complex envelopes the gold, creating a shatter-proof shield that protects nails so they can grow longer and stronger.
18K Gold Cuticle Eraser ($7.49) is a must for healthy-looking, smooth cuticles. Meant to reduce and improve the appearance rough, ragged, parched cuticles, this decadent treatment renews and softens instantly while preparing nails for a flawless manicure.
Whether your nail problem is dryness, ridges, dullness, breakage, peeling, or all of the above, Sally Hansen presents the solution: Complete Care 7-in-1 Nail Treatment™($12.99). This product helps restore dry, brittle nails making them visibly healthier and beautiful. After just 3 days, nails look shinier, stronger, mega-moisturized and brighter with ridges filled.
The exclusive patented formula, with Avocado Oil, Sea Salt, Pomegranate Extract and Calcium, immediately protects and continuously nourishes nails, helping create the perfect foundation for any manicure. The product features a new brush for an even application and dries quickly to a smooth, hard finish.
This versatile treatment can be used alone or with your favorite Sally Hansen nail color when applied as a base coat or as a protective top coat. To wear it alone, simply apply two coats to clean, dry, bare nails. Use it to refresh a manicure by brushing on one thin coat to nails. It goes on smoothly and evenly, for a streak-free application.
Mally Beauty Easy – To – Use Products
I wanted to let you know about the newest product launching from Mally Beauty. Celebrity makeup artist, Mally Roncal, is introducing these easy-to-use products to create gorgois looks that will keep you looking fierce all day.
Mally Beauty More is More Mascara: No one quite knows lashes like Mally Roncal. Designed to conjure up more length and volume, this inky black formula creates dramatically dark, lush lashes with the ultimate definition. The special polymer system delivers exceptional lash-building power, while the nylon brush ensures a flawless application.
Price: $20
Mally Beauty Shimmer, Shape & Go: Contouring has just gotten that much easier with this trio of portable face-shaping sticks. Silky and lightweight, the formulas blend seamlessly into the skin, leaving your features sculpted, shaped and fierce.
Available Shades: Lighter and Deeper
Price: $36
Available: QVC.com and MallyBeauty.com
32nd Annual Southern Women’s Show Recap – Girls Day Out
Attending the 32nd Annual Southern Women’s Show is a local tradition in the Birmingham metro area. Participants have the opportunity to view exhibits and purchase a variety of products from aromatherapy to fashion accessories, and home decor.
It’s considered to be the official Girls’ Day Out with live entertainment and delicious treats. This was my first year taking part in the event and I thoroughly enjoyed my visit.
Vendors at The Southern Women’s Show were pleasant and very knowledgeable in terms of selling their products. For example, I received a presentation from the doTerra Representative describing the use of essential oils. doTerra’s different from most essential oil companies because they provide the highest quality oils. Yes, I am a lover of fashion but also an advocate of health and wellness. doTerra’s wellness presentation (essential oils 101) was a treat!
In addition, the exhibit provided cooking demonstrations from Alabama Gulf Seafood and ProFashion offered professional hair styling tips. Belk encouraged participants to stop by their booth for a makeover with the use of cosmetics from Bobbi Brown and Clinique. I had a really good time testing the new fragrance gift sets.
The Spotlight Stage (on Thursday) included Step by Step Painting Old Furniture, Beige and Black with LANCOME, and the Unclaimed Baggage Experience. In my opinion, I give The Southern Women’s Show a thumbs up and encourage anyone in the area to purchase a ticket next year. You might see me there!
Exhibitor List:
Bohemian Bliss
Gigi Cupcakes
Scentsy Wickless Candles
Wacoal
Michael’s Steaks and Seafood and much more…
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Cult Favorites from Sally Hansen, Rimmel London and Jergens
I wanted to share some cult favorites from the much-adored beauty companies: Sally Hansen, Jergens and Rimmel London.
This list of products never lose their luster, following or ability to enhance your look instantly. Sally Hansen Hard As Nails is an iconic product from the brand, one people still love, rely on and adore to keep their nails in tip-top shape. Rimmel London’s ScandalEyes Mascara is still a go-to for instant volume for your lashes and Jergens, although the product is newer, has now released it in the much adored Cherry Almond Scent that Jergens lovers have always known and loved.
Sally Hansen Hard As Nails:
THINK Protective armor for nails.
WHAT IT IS: The original nail clinic in a bottle. Give your nails the ultimate fortifying treatment with Hard As Nails, a Sally Hansen essential developed to strengthen and support nails. Created to help prevent chipping, splitting and cracking, the multi-tasking formula can be used alone, as a base coat, or as a top coat to seal and protect your manicure. Salon-tested and dermatologist-tested, Hard As Nails provides powerful, long-lasting protection to help nails grow.
For maximum manicure staying power, use before and after applying polish to seal nail edges and create a hard, smooth, chip-resistant surface.
HOW TO USE: Nails must be clean and free of nail enamel, oil, and cream. Apply 1-2 coats to clean dry nails. Brush around nail edges and under nail tips.
WHAT IT COSTS: $2.75
Rimmel London ScandalEyes Mascara
THINK: Lashes so big, lush and flirty, it’s scandalous.
WHAT IT IS: Lashes that get the rumor mill going. Don’t be surprised to find yourself at the center of a scandal with this mascara: Everyone will be whispering that your lashes must be fake when you wear Rimmel London SCANDALEYES Mascara. From the supersized brush to the collagen- and keratin-boosted formula, everything about SCANDALEYES is designed to raise eyebrows and get people talking.
Volume Flash SCANDALEYES Mascara: Get scandalous lashes that cause a stir with this ultra volume-boosting formula, developed to give even the skimpiest lashes a shaped, plumped, exaggerated finish. The secret? SCANDALEYES Mascara is made with a supersized blend featuring triple the collagen and keratin* and a flexible new MaxDensity brush that’s longer, wider, denser and 50% larger than Rimmel’s biggest brush. Instantly captures and plumps each and every lash.
Available shades: Black and Extreme Black
WHAT IT COSTS: $6.99
Jergens Wet Skin Moisturizer (NOW in the cult classic Jergens scent of Cherry Almond)
WHAT IS : Last year, Jergens® Skincare introduced a game-changing and time-saving way to quickly and intensely hydrate wet skin at the peak moisture moment when it is most receptive to hydration. Jergens® Wet Skin™ Moisturizer is formulated to blend effortlessly to water, immediately absorbing and locking in moisture, with no sticky residue. No need to dry before you apply, and no need to wait before you dress. Glide on Jergens® Wet Skin™ Moisturizer before you step out of the shower and get 2X the moisturization in 1/2 the time.*
This fall, Jergens® Skincare brings women their breakthrough hydration shortcut in a tried and true Jergens Scent….Create a sensory experience with Jergens® Wet Skin™ Moisturizer with Original Cherry Almond Essence, delicately fragranced with the brands timeless and iconic scent.
WHAT IT COSTS: $6.99 for 10 oz.
