Makeup Product Repairs and Sanitizing

September 8, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Don’t you HATE it when your favorite eyeshadows fall to pieces?  Don’t toss it! try this instead.

You will need  tissues and a small amount of lotion.

Place a tiny amount of lotion on to a tissue.

Using your finger tip, press the lotion on the powder eye shadow until the powder goes back to it’s original state.

Problem solved!

Is Your Favorite Blush Busted?

You’ll need Vaseline and two clean, small jars (look at The Container Store).

Place the broken blush in to a bowl.

Crush the pieces into a powder.

Place ½ of the powder into one jar.

Start adding the Vaseline small amounts and mix until you reach the consistence of a cream blush or lip-gloss.

Place the other ½ of the crushed blush into the other jar.

You now have a cream blush (or lip gloss!) lip gloss and a powder blush with nothing wasted.

Keeping it Clean. How to Sanitize your Eyeshadows.

Put 99% alcohol (denatured alcohol, rubbing alcohol)  into in a fine mist atomizer.

Lightly Spray the alcohol once over the powder eye shadow palette or single eyeshadow.

Let it dry and your products are sanitized.

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Show a little Sexy Sassy Leg This season

September 7, 2010 by 1 Comment


Show a Little Leg This Season!

Re-vamp your wardrobe with the help of leg wear.

Tights for Fall 2010

Fall 2010 trend

Cheeky leg cover is definitely the way to go this fall whether it’s patterned or sheers tights make a definitely sexier and more “look at me” look. From fishnet, solids, stripes and lace it’s all about funky chic. The fashion-forward edginess of innovative leg wear is here!

· Pair patterned and textured hose with a solid colored frock or sheath dress.

· Make a plain LBD fab by adding some lace or sheer hose.

· Add bold hosiery in a color such as forest green, burgundy, brown, purple, gray and teal to turn a plain outfit into a statement maker.

· Add a tightly knit fishnet to add a sexy feel to your ensemble.

· When the temperature drops take the chill off by adding some great opaque tights.

Consider tights as a must-have accessory to change up any outfit and make it uniquely your look.

Brand I like….

House of Holland

Hue Tights

Wolford Lacy Tights with back seam

DKNY

Falke

Fall 2010 Style Leg Trends

Bold patterns and texture

Nude textured tights

Cropped tights

Leggings

Jeggings

Sheer hose or tights

Knee high socks

Leg Wear Trends

Leg Wear Trends

Leg Wear fall 2010

Leg Wear Trends

Leg Wear

Leg Wear

Opaque Hose

Opaque Hose

Textured Hose

Textured Hose

Colored Tights

Colored Tights

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IS YOUR MAN’S WARDROBE DRIVING YOU CRAZY

September 7, 2010 by

Shopping for your man doesn’t have to be an uphill battle! Audrey has advice on making it a cinch.

Tips to shopping affordably for your man

1) Start a collection with a solid dark suit. That way you can extend your wardrobe by using the suit jacket as a sports coat paired with jeans or khakis. You can use the trousers for a more casual look, when paired with layered knits or a casual shirt and a sports coat

2) Ties: Make sure your man knows how to tie a 1/2 Windsor knot. It’s a knot that will stay perfectly centered. A heavier gauge tie will always sit a little away from the shirt and that gives the tie a very expensive look.

3) Most men don’t like to go discount shopping. So do your prep work and pre-pull the items you like. Put them on hold and bring your man into the store the next day to try them on. That way he won’t feel so overwhelmed.

Building Your Man’s Wardrobe

Essential pieces for a complete fall wardrobe

Business or Dressy Attire

1. A solid black or navy suit you can even wear this as a blazer with jeans and khakis

2.White shirt with a Straight Collar

3.Medium patterned or striped Tie use a 1/2 Windsor knot

4.Black belt with Silver buckle

5.Black Dress shoe

6.Raincoat or a topcoat

7.Black socks

8.Briefcase or a Man bag

Business Casual

1.Sport coat with a windowpane or a plaid that has charcoal init

2.Flat front pant in Gray

3.Checked, blue or a striped shirt

4.Brown belt

5.Brown Loafer

6.Cardigan with a zipper

7.Tee shirt

8.Brown socks

Casual Weekend

1.Leather, Cord,Swede, Denim, or Velvet, Jacket

2.Kakis, cords or jeans

3.Turtle or mock turtle neck sweater

3.Top sider,or loafer,or a boot you could also put a tennis shoe in this place

4.Cap or a hat

5.Scarf

6.Gloves

7.Socks that match your shoe choice

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Extending the time between hair color appointments

September 2, 2010 by 10 Comments

Women spend a lot of time and money on hair color, so  wouldn’t we all enjoy extending the time between our hair color appointments.

Tips

Don’t wash your hair for 24 hours after coloring.

Rinse your hair in diluted vinegar [1 part vinegar to 4 parts water] on your first wash.

Use a color enhancing . shampoo and conditioner.

Try to wash your hair every other day.

Stay out of the sun or use a hair sunscreen hair products.

Wear a hat when possible when you are outdoors.

Do a deep conditioner once a week.

Rinse your hair after swimming in chlorine.

Rinse your hair in warm not hot water. The final rinse should be in cold water.

Do it Yourself!  You really can save money with some great DIY products.

Clairol Root Touch Up (drugstore)

Clairol Nice’n Easy (drugstore)

Marc Anthony Pro Root Touch Up (drugstore)

Frederic Fekkai products (upscale retail)

Perfect 10 [ drugstores]

Need Instant Gratification? TOUCH UP THOSE ROOTS INSTANTLY!

These  product will cover your gray. They are a temporary fix that washes out at the end of the day.

Oscar Blandi Pronto Pen (available at SEPHORA)

Color Mark (available at colormark.com)

Root Touch Up (Sally’s Beauty Supply)

Avon Advance Techniques (avon.com)

Hair Markers (Sally’s Beauty Supply)

Cover Your Gray ( Sally’s Beauty Supply)

What about that other area that goes gray? Here’s how to care for your private area in private!

Betty Beauty pubic hair dye is specially formulated for the hair down there. It is a no-drip product made with natural ingredients. You can also use it to touch up roots, and color your eyebrows.

www.bettybeauty.com

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Wondering if your favorite dress is ruined by that ugly stain

September 2, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Wondering if your favorite dress is ruined by that ugly stain?  If you have a great dry cleaners — especially if it’s a very expensive item or very delicate — take the garment there immediately! The fresher the stain, the easier it will be for them to remove. If you want to try it yourself, here are a few tips that may save the day!

IMPORTANT TIP ALWAYS USE DISTILLED WATER …..TAP WATER LEAVES A RING AROUND THE STAIN………….

Bloodstains

Try a little hydrogen peroxide directly on the stain.

Lipstick

Blot the stain with white bread to absorb most of the color, then wash as usual.

Chewing Gum

Place the garment in the freezer. When it’s cold, pick the chewing gum off with your fingers or scrape with a dull knife or a credit card.

You can also rub an ice cube or two on the chewing gum and then scrape or pick the gum off.  Then wash as usual.

Candle wax

Same as the chewing gum! Put it in the freezer or use an ice cube to get the fabric as still as possible, then pick or scrape off as much as you can. Place a paper towel on either side of the fabric. Using a warm iron, press on the paper towel over the wax stain. Replace the towels as often as needed to get all of the wax off the garment.

Apply laundry detergent to the stain let it set for 10 minutes then wash as usual.

Again, consider taking it immediately to the cleaners if it’s a pricy item!

Cleaning Patent leather

Spot clean using a cotton ball that has some nail polish remover on it. Rub gently.

Removing ink from washable garments

Spray the spot with a little hair spray or isopropyl alcohol.

Place paper towels on either side of the stained fabric and blot , change the paper towel and blot again. DO NOT RUB! Continue until the stain fades. Wash as usual.

ONE LAST TIP

A Very Simple Solution that you can take with you wherever you go…Remember not all stains are treated the same way.

POP THESE IN YOUR PURSE…They Are Great…

Unlike conventional stain removers, Madame Paulette has taken into account the two most important factors for safe and effective stain removal.Time: The most important! The sooner the stain can be treated properly, the safer and easier it is to remove.

www.madamepaulette.com

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The LBD a must in every wardrobe

August 30, 2010 by Leave a Comment

The LBD…The little black dress

The ultimate blank canvas, black has always held a certain amount of mystery and sex appeal, and is the ultimate chic item in any woman’s wardrobe. Your LBD is the go-to dress for anything last minute, whether it’s a business dinner or date night. The basic LBD is effortless dressing. Decorate it with a fabulous piece of jewelry and add a red lipstick and you’ll look fabulous and slimmer as well!

Inexpensive Chic is Chic

You can get the newest styles without paying top dollars for them, copies of  high end designer looks can be found everywhere and remember, you are creating your own individual look, so mix vintage with a high-end designer OR with something bought at Target. It’s a European trend that’s taken hold in the U.S. so don’t be afraid to let your personal style preference shine through.

Audrey’s Advice

How to Spruce Up a Little Black Dress (LBD)

It’s a wardrobe must-have. The LBD is always in style and can go from plain to fabulous with just a few additions. First, look for the dress that suits your shape and personality.

An LBD can always look more expensive by adding some eye-catching accessories!

Choose high-heel patent leather or satin pumps.

Add on some shoe embellishments;

Wear a tuxedo style jacket.

Carry a clutch handbag with a jewel closure.

Wear faux diamond studs and a sparkly cuff or bracelet.

Slip on a body shaper to give your LBD a smooth, flawless look.

Try a new style! A halter style dress works on all figure types.

Add a fabulous broach to the back of a backless LBD or a broach at the waist.

Emphasize your face with a great up-do, a perfect smoky eye, and red lip.


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