For the rainy days of spring, beach-frolicking in the summer, life’s daily drama and everything in between, we ladies need waterproof makeup to keep our looks in check. So here’s a few of the best beauty products for modern make-up that will not run, smear or come off, even when wet.
Shiseido Sun Protection Stick Foundation – this silky smooth foundation stays put even after working out, on rainy days or during emotional events. It provides a flawless, satin finish for a complexion that looks younger, healthier. And with its SPF35 that protects the skin from UVA/UVB, what more could you ask for?
Lancome Le Stylo Eye Contour Pen – this no-smudge, no-budge eye contour pen lasts for hours, and with its fun color, you are guaranteed to flaunt a trendy look. It withstands sweating, swimming, and will not rub off.
Dior Eyeliner Waterproof – this creamy smooth pencil makes the task of professionally lining and defining eyes a cinch. It easily glides on color for precise lines that gives a fabulous and fresh look. A marvelous makeup that holds its own through tears, rain or sweat.
Lancome L’ Extreme Mascara Waterproof- is a long-lasting and water-resistant mascara that lengthens the lashes to create a dramatic and intense look. It doesn’t smear, smudge or run – great for people who lead a hectic lifestyle.
Clinique Quickliner For Lips – this easy-to-apply liner enhances your lip line without fading or feathering to ensure well-defined, glamorous lips through the day.
If I only had a penny for every time I get overstressed and strained at work, I would be able to afford the $3000 bag I have been lusting after since forever. Oh well, I guess it’s okay ’cause I have the next best thing: spa treatment that won’t break the bank. I just love coming home at the end of the day and having my “me” time with my favorite treatment oil that gets me ready to face another grueling day. I just totally adore Dermalogica’s SPA Stress Relief Treatment Oilthat helps the body recover from stress and helps fight the effects of stress on the skin.
This wonderful product is infused with essential oils of sandalwood, lavender, and orange. As a massage oil, these ingredients penetrate the skin and help relax muscles. They are also very aromatic and can be used as aroma therapy in a bath. This “oil” is completely water soluble. Either way it is used, Dermalogica’s SPA Stress Relief Treatment Oil is a product that leaves the skin feeling velvety smooth and helps to relax away the stress of the day.
Caron Bellodgia Eau De Toilette Spray
How about you, what’s your fave spa treatment at home? Have you tried this product? Let us know on the comments.
Rock these looks for the eyes this season. Lively, stylish bright colors to celebrate spring. We’ve heard it a thousand times, “The eyes are the windows to the soul”. Now wouldn’t you want yours to mesmerize and captivate? With these palettes, get ready for loads of compliments coming your way.
A: Vivid is the word. This eye palette features bold, daring colors that are not for the faint-hearted or timid. BUT definitely perfect for someone who craves attention or the spotlight. Wear it during lunchdates or when hitting the mall with your girlfriends.
First apply a primer or an eyeshadow base as it will create the perfect base for the eye makeup. Take Lancome Color Design Eyeshadow in Indian Rose and using a flat brush, apply to the eyelid at the crease, extending to the outer corner. Dab lightly as you go farther out to create the illusion of fading. Add shimmer under the brows and tearduct area. Use a blending brush to blend these two colors seamlessly. Now to tackle the undereye portion, use an angle brush to apply Versace Eyeshadow Duo No. 28, carefully tracing the line, the outside having the stronger color and adding shimmer where the inner corners of the eye meet. Apply a dark mascara to finish this eye makeup look.
B: This look is more mellow than the first one. You might argue that this palette is for winter season, but these colors also remind us of clear, blue skies and cornflowers. The combination of silver and blue eyeshadows are perfectly fresh, cool and youthful. Wear it to the office, Sunday brunch or garden party. This palette will make you look so unforgettably pretty that you will never again underestimate the power of subtlety.
C: If you want just the right amount of mystery and charm, this is the look you should go for. The effect is Audrey Hepburn meets Gwen Stefani. Perfect for a hot night out with the girls or dining out with a special someone.
This eye makeup look is the spring variation of the smokey eyes. The first step is to apply a primer or an eyeshadow base to help your makeup last all day and stay in place. Beginning at the outer corners of the eye, dab Sisley’s Phyto Ombre Eclat Eyeshadow in Graphite, make the color on the outside portion stronger to make the eyes appear bigger and wider, cat-like. After darkening the crease, take Sisley Phyto Ombre Eclat Eyeshadow in Anis and apply on the inner portion of the eye. Use a brush to blend where the two eyeshadow colors meet. After blending, press Sisley’s Phyto Ombre Eclat Eyeshadow in Graphite to the lashline with an angle brush to accentuate the smokey effect. Line the eyes with Helena Rubinstein’s Silky Eye Crayon Eye Liner in Silky Black. Make eyelashes look fuller and longer by applying mascara on top and bottom lashes. You might also want to put on false eyelashes for a more dramatic look.
First apply a primer or an eyeshadow base as it will create the perfect base for the eye makeup. Take Lancome Color Design Eyeshadow in Indian Rose and using a flat brush, apply to the eyelid at the crease, extending to the outer corner. Dab lightly as you go farther out to create the illusion of fading. Add shimmer under the brows and tearduct area. Use a blending brush to blend these two colors seamlessly. Now to tackle the undereye portion, use an angle brush to apply Versace Eyeshadow Duo No. 28, carefully tracing the line, the outside having the stronger color and adding shimmer where the inner corners of the eye meet. Apply a dark mascara to finish this eye makeup look.
Thank goodness, spring is here! Freezing cold temp’s reign is over and we can finally shed off the layer-after-layer of clothing we’ve been donning all season long. We can also say goodbye to winter’s woodsy and musky scents. As springtime comes waltzing in, with it comes a new set of fragrance must-haves to create olfactory memories with. Lush florals, soft greens and exotic fruity scents with fresh/mossy undertones are “in”. Here are our Top 3:
Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau De Toilette Spray Developed by perfumer Alberto Morillas, Daisy is elegant and fresh with crisp floral notes, reminiscent of sunny spring days and lazy afternoons. A luxurious and sophisticated floral fragrance.
Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Eau De Parfum Spray An uplifting, feel-good fragrance inspired by the fresh green brightness of green teathat energizes the body, excites the senses and revives the spirit.
Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau De Toilette Spray Introduced in 1964, this aromatic, sexy fragrance with an intriguing freshness is a classic favorite. Celebrate spring’s breezy days and sunshine with Y Eau De Toilette Spray’s brilliant blend of soft florals and fruity notes.
If you are as excited of change (and warm weather) as we are, then you would grab yourself one (or two, or all three) of these fragrances guaranteed to make building springtime memories so much sweeter.
Q: What sunscreen do I really need?
A: The sun’s rays do a number on skin, even in the spring. A lotion with a high SPF helps combat aging, while in many cases moisturizing and helping you maintain your radiant glow. Our Spring Picks:
Peter Thomas Roth Oil-Free Sunblock SPF30 is formulated with pro vitamin B5 and the anti-oxidant benefits of vitamins A, C & E to protect and nourish skin plus it allows for minimum tanning. It screens and blocks out the sun’s UVA/UVB and harmful infrared rays to help prevent sunburn, skin damage, freckling and uneven coloration. Provides very high sun protection with minimal tanning—up to 30 times your natural protection from sunburn.
Cellex-C Sun Care SPF 30+ is a broad spectrum sunscreen which protects against both UVA & UVB rays. This lotion is suspended in a moisturizing base that can help replace your daily moisturizing cream. It’s absolutely perfect for runners, golfers, cyclists, snow skiers and outdoor enthusiasts as it will not drip or run into the eyes and sting when perspiring. Best for people with dry skin types.
Guinot High Protection Soothing Sun Cream SPF30 has UV protective filters to guard your face and body from harmful rays.. And it doesn’t stop there, it also protect your skin from dryness, aging and dark spots. It helps provide a more radiant tan, firmer skin and anti-dark spot protection.
Natura Bisse Sun Defense Cream SPF50+ is a light and silky-textured face and body lotion that provides very high protection, minimum stress and gives an optimal moisture for beautiful skin. Perfectly shielded, helps prevent dark spots, and skin stays soft and comfortable.
Murad Oil-Free Sunblock SPF30 for Face is a solar-activated UV-Response. It prevents sun and free radical damage, to help suppress signs of premature aging. Provides an oil-free matte finish and perfect for all skin types.
Don’t you just love Katy Perry’s long, luscious, gorgeous lashes? They make her eyes appear bigger and more dramatic; definitely accentuating her eyes – which we think are her best features. If you want your peepers to have that flirtatious, sexy quality, applying an A-grade mascara is the painless and easiest way to go about it. We recommend applying 2 thin coats -rather than 1 thick coat- to prevent clumping and smudging. Here are the crème de la crème of mascaras:
Waterproof Mascara: Dior Diorshow Mascara Waterproof – # 258 Azure Blue is a mascara with reliable staying power. Great to wear on the beach, doing active sports or working out. And for all the drama queens out there; this mascara is totally tear-proof!
Thickening Mascara: We rely on Sisley Phyto Mascara Ultra Volume – #3 So Blue to create a dramatic, Hollywood look. It provides eye-opening fullness so that luscious, beautifully accented lashes is easily achieved.
Lengthening Mascara:Lancome L’ Extreme Mascara – No. 01 Noir Stretchis the surefire way to extend lash length like never before. Its Fibrestretch formula touches each and every lash for for great definition and a big hit of glamour.
Overall Mascara: For overall lash appeal, Paula Dorf Mascara (Smudge & Water Proof) – Chocolate is a winner. It produces lash definition seen in fashion shows and celebrity red carpet events. This ideal mascara is an all-in-one magic, plus it can be bought for a song! A great find recommended for everyone.
He finally worked up the courage to ask you out, and now you’ve got a date planned with that guy from work. You two have been making puppy dog eyes at each other for months. And the big date happens to fall on Valentine’s Day. No worries. He’s used to seeing you in your traditional office garb, so why not spice it up? Opt for a classic French mani/pedi. To look kissable, try some lipstick in Paula Dorf’s Lip Color Sheer Tint – Celebration. He won’t be able to take his eyes off of your lips. Spray some Vera Wang Eau de Parfum behind your ears for that finishing touch. The modern yet sensual scent combines delicious floral aromas like Bulgarian rose, calla lilies and gardenias—sure to remind him why he asked you out in the first place.
A: Vivid is the word. This eye palette features bold, daring colors that are not for the faint-hearted or timid. BUT definitely perfect for someone who craves attention or the spotlight. Wear it during lunchdates or when hitting the mall with your girlfriends.
B: This look is more mellow than the first one. You might argue that this palette is for winter season, but these colors also remind us of clear, blue skies and cornflowers. The combination of silver and blue eyeshadows are perfectly fresh, cool and youthful. Wear it to the office, Sunday brunch or garden party. This palette will make you look so unforgettably pretty that you will never again underestimate the power of subtlety.
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