Is Your Hair High Maintenance? Here’s the Lowdown on what’s in for Spring.

Your hair can either be your “crowning glory” or simply, a mess. Your lifestyle plays a huge part in determining whether you can handle a high-maintenance “do” or whether you need low maintenance.

Low maintenance styles are generally those that are long layered haircut s that will grow out without much maintenance . You can often go 6-8 weeks between cuts. For many women, mid-length hair styles are a good, stylish option. Shoulder length hair styles are low maintenance but they also prove very versatile.

TIP:  If you like bangs, opt for a side-swept style.

Higher maintenance styles such as short, short cuts and “bobs”  need  4 to 6 week  salon visits. Ask your stylist to help you decide if your bob should be soft or blunt. If you want bangs, remember that full bangs across the forehead will need frequent, regular trims.

TIPS:

1. This spring, buns  and pony tails go low and make a shift to the nape of the neck.

2. 70s fringe and full front bangs are very of-the-moment.  ( are you saying too trendy?)))

3. Extreme side parts no matter what length of hair you have.  (((Are you saying do or do not do extreme parts or are they in style)

4.  Check out a layered shirt hairstyle. They are  very elegant and suit almost everyone . They’re easy to care for so if you have a busy lifestyle and want something totally different this might be for you.

5.  The inverted bob is definitely back and staying with us.

Quick Tips For Your Fashion Issues

 

 

1. Heel Straps : Heelstraps patented easy to wear one size fits most design will eliminate noisy heel slapping and discomfort of stepping on your pants at the office or walking down the isle in your bridal shoes. www.heelstraps.com

 

2. Do It Yourself Pant Straps..Keep your pants in your boots just follow these quick,easy and inexpensive direction.

What you will need:

1. Pkt of Ironing Board Fasteners from Bed Bath and Beyond

1. Pkt of 4 elastic hair bands from CVS or Walgreens

you will need a pair of pliers

DIY :

Detach the ends of the Ironing Borad fasteners .

Cut to the right length the hair bands.

Attach the fasteners to the elastic hair bands using the pilers.

 

3. Keep your feet warm on those chilly days after you pamper yourself with a pedicure. Look in your closet for an old pair of leg warmers or go to your local dance store where you can surly find them. I love leg warmers with button closures because it’s so easy to put the leg warmer on after your pedicure,add flip flops and you are good to go and warm.

 

4. Here is an easy solutions to these issues muffin top, sneak peeks on low rise jeans,or to lengthen your favorite tee. Hip – T  was designed update last years tee styles keep your thong form showing on your low rise jeans and disguise muffin top.

www.myhip-t.com

 

 

5. Earring Guards ..www.lobewonder.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIY EyeBrows101

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HAVING PERFECT EYEBROWS

Audrey’s do-it-yourself perfect eyebrows:

TWEEZING

For a perfect looking eyebrow  remember the fuller the brow the younger and more natural you will look.

Do It Yourself Twee-zing.

1.Prep your eyebrows by doing the 3 area brow test

a.Place a thin makeup brush by the side of your nose and run it staright up this is where your eyebrow should start.

b Move the brush so that when you are looking straight ahead the brush covers your pupil. This is where your arch should be.

c Take the same brush and angle it from the nose to the end on the eye this is where the eyebrow should end.

2.Now fill in your eyebrow with brown eyeshadow color so that you will know exactly where to tweeze.

3.Brush the hairs upward and with small sissors trim the long hairs,then brush the hairs down and trim the long hairs.

4.Tweez the hairs that are outside of the lines you have filled in, brushing the brow hairs now and then.

Tools needed.

Slanted or pointed tweezers

small scissors

Small brush

Brown powder or pencil

Razor Comb


AUDREY’S DIY EYEBROW KIT RECOMMENDED

Godefroy eyebrow lightening crème kit

Godefroy Shape and Tint Kit

Anastasia of Beverley Hills Stencils and kit

What are the 3 most important things to know about brows?

Brows are the most expressive feature as we show our happiness, surprise and frustration by moving our brow muscles. Brows shaping should be maintained every 4 weeks.

Chosen As One Of The Top 10 In The 40 Best Makeup Artist Blogs

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40 Best Makeup Artist Blogs

A talented makeup artist can transform a person into someone or something completely different, whether it’s for beauty, costume or just for the sake of art. Their hard work doesn’t go unnoticed, particularly in the movie industry, where the best are honored with awards such as the Academy Award for Makeup. Like with any form of art, it takes quite a bit of studying and practice to master the craft. The 40 makeup artist blogs listed below provide an abundance of information for those looking to enter the profession or just cultivate a challenging hobby.

Celebrity Makeup Artists

These makeup artists have achieved rewarding careers in the movie and fashion industries because of their unique talents.

  1. Kandee Johnson: Kandee is a celebrity makeup artist who has worked for CBS, ABC, CNN, MTV and VH1. She spends her spare time sharing makeup tricks on her blog — her YouTube videos have garnered almost 60 million views.
  2. Elke Von Freudenberg: With 20 years of experience as a top celeb and editorial makeup artist, Elke has plenty of wisdom to dispense.
  3. makeup by Mario Dedivanovic: Mario’s impressive list of celeb clients includes Kim Kardashian, Eliza Dushku and Amanda Bynes, and his work has appeared in magazines such as Glamour, Teen Vogue and People.
  4. The Makeup Blogger: Christina discusses new looks and shares her on-set experiences.
  5. MiMi J.: Mimi J. looks at life as a makeup artist, providing behind-the-scenes footage of photoshoots and step-by-step tutorials.
  6. emma farrell make-up artist: Dublin-based Emma shares her experiences, providing an abundance of pretty pictures along the way.
  7. Lisa Eldridge Makeup: Lisa, a fashion makeup artist, has been “plying her trade” for two decades, and has worked with many notable photographers and celebs — such as Cameron Diaz, Demi Moore and Heidi Klum.
  8. Inside the Life of a Glam Makeup Artist: Brandy blogs about her glam life as a celeb makeup artist in New York. She provides tips, including “How to Create a Classic Smokey Eye.”
  9. The Amy Face: Amy offers “random musings and beauty tips.”
  10. Audrey Mansfield: Audrey is the makeup artist for NBC’s Sunday Night Football — if she can make ex-pro football players look good, you know she’s a master of her craft.

How Long Do They Last

This is not really a makeup tip but Hey bacteria is bacteria and January is a great month to change water filters and a few other well used household items.


How long do they last?

Your toothbrush should be changed every three months.

A loofah should be changed every three months

Throw away your kitchen sponge ! A kitchen sponge should be changed every month and microwave your kitchen sponge daily for 30 seconds to kill bacteria.

Take a Closer Look This New Year!

Did you make a new year’s resolution? Well, get on it! You’ve got work to do! The start of a new year is always a good time to take a closer look at yourself, your wardrobe, your habits and your health and look at the “little” things that may be driving you crazy. After all, if you don’t look after yourself, who will? Ladies, it is time to make some changes!

1. Take a look at your eyebrow shape. Are they too thin? Do you see stray hairs? Remember, well groomed brows frame your eyes with or without makeup!

2. Does your makeup bag need a good clean out ? What about your makeup style? Take a critical look at how you apply makeup and the colors you are using. What might have worked before may look drab now. Brush up your look by getting a makeup lesson with a professional. A lot of department stores offer makeup consultants and you really do not have to buy ALL the products they suggest.

3. If your hair is looking dull and listless you may need a deep conditioning. Look for products that you can leave on your hair an hour or even overnight before rinsing. If you color your hair using a good conditioner will help keep your color last longer. Shiny hair just looks fabulous.

4. Your hair style can add years to your look do you need a new do? Don’t get stuck in rut. Try an updated hair style, pay for a good cut and and choose a style that’s easy to maintain.

5. It’s time to to put yourself on a healthy diet and exercise program. Don’t wait until the weather gets better. Just do it.

6. Your wardrobe may need sprucing up for the spring. Ttry adding a splash of color into an outfit. Breap up a black ensemble by injecting some brighter shades such as fuchsia ,camel or grape.

7. Don’t forget your accessories. Try adding a colored handbag or one in an animal print. Take a look at some patterned tights instead of heavy leggings. Consider buying colored gloves or a colored scarf. All too often we wear too many dark colors in the winter months. Adding splashes of colors not only brighten our look but help to brighten our attitudes as well.

8. Is it time for a well deserved mani pedi or bikini wax? You’ll feel so much better and in control of yourself once your personal maintenance is taken care of.

9. January is a great time to take care of those medical appointments you may have been putting off. If you make all of your appointments in the same month, it will be easier to remember when you had your last exam. Take care of yourself!