September 2011
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Instant Transformation: Brunettes.
Willa writes…
Introducing a new mini series that will tell you the minimum amount of products you should use to make the most of your natural beauty!
So here are a bunch of products that will give Brunettes an easy oomph:
Under-eye concealer- Will brighten up your face
Sheer foundation- To even out skin tone.
Brow powder- Make the most of your bold brows!
Bronzer- This will sculpt...
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Good Facial Toners?
Q: What Facial Toner do you recommend?
A: Toners really help mattify and tighten pores! Try these:
Elemis Lavender toner -amazing for your skin concerns as it also helps calm the skin. Can also be used on Combination Skin.
Avene Mattifying/Purifiying Lotion -again good for more oily skin.
For Dry/Normal Skin, try these:
Biotherm HydraMineral toner -Nice and light for everyday.
Estee...
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Q. right-track-babyyy- sort of primers do you like best?
A. Hey girl! Personally I love the mattifying primers for oily skin because it means that I don’t have to touch up my powder during the day but here are some other options too:
For oily skin: Sephora Anti-Shine Primer
For normal skin: L’Oreal Paris Studio Secrets Smoothing resurfacing primer
For dry skin: Bobbi Brown...
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Affordable Blushers, all under £8 :)
Willa writes…
Buy a blush that is fairly cheap is always a good option when it come to makeup shopping! It means you can purchase a couple different shades/finishes for different occasions!
Here are come good high-street brands with good blusher ranges:
Bourjois, Round Pot Blushers, around £7.
Revlon, Matt Blusher,£8
Max Factor, Creamy Blusher, £7
Maybelline, Dream soft blush, £7
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All-over Body Boosters!
Willa writes…
Here a a few tips to keep you looking great, inside and out!
After a hot shower in the morning rinse yourself with cold water. This will help prevent cellulight and improve circulation
Wake up 10 mins earlier and get moving! Do a few lunges or squats to kick-start your metabolism. You will burn breakfast way faster!
Add some extra greens to your morning smoothie! Try...
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Get Perkier skin in a splash!
When rinsing your face in the morning alternate splashing your face from warm to ice cold water! This may sound awful but gets the blood flowing and will instantly give your a flush!
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Four hot gloss colours!
Flo writes…
Hey girls! Sorry for my lack of posts, I just started a new school and things have been super busy! But don’t worry I’m back and todays post is a list of four gloss colours that look great on everyone!
Cherry red- pick a true red without any yellow or blue undertones to make your teeth appear extra white!
Pinched-cheek pink- pick a colour just one shade darker...
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Powder Blush for your skin Colour !
Willa writes…
It has been highly requested to do a “What Powder Blush for my skin type?” Post! So here we go ..
Very Pale Skin: Go for soft yet bright pastels, nothing dirty or brown
Light Skin: Pale shades of pink and peach
Medium: A Sandier Pink to tawny tones
Yellow/Olive: Rose/Rasberry tones, go deeper!
Dark/Black: Try a deep plum or cherry shade!
Powder formula is...
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Classic Back-to-School Makeup.
Willa writes…
We know you don’t have ages to waste putting on makeup every morning before school/work! So follow this simple look for instant pretty :)
Face: Blush is key !
Start by swiftly covering any blemishes with your fave long-wear concealer. Try L’oreal Colour Infaillable Concealer.
Then powder your face. Skip foundation as the powder will even out skin-tone...
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August Favourites!
Flo writes…
Hey everyone! Today I am posting on the products that I have been loving this month and why! So lets get started…
(From Right to Left)
Bourjois Volume Fast and Perfect Mascara- I mentioned this a while back when I first got it and I really love it! It has a rotating wand that really helps to separate my lashes and gives them tonnes of volume and length!
Neutrogena...
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Skin in Need of an Instant Pick-me-up?
Willa writes…
We all have those days when our skin is feeling tired and and tight, whether your feeling dry, dull or irritated! So follow some of these gental tips to regain the balance in your skin!
After cleansing apply a thick layer of rich moisturizer and leave it on for a couple of hours. Tissue off before bed, your skin will be silky soft!
Use a softening toner that will help even...
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Your basic makeup kit
Flo writes…
Hey girls! Now I all know that we love to shop for fun new products, but some times its good to check that you’ve got all your essential products sorted first before you start looking for that cute neon lipstick! So, check out my list of basic products that everyone should have in their makeup kit (this is a great reference if you are just starting out with makeup!).
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FAQ Friday!
Here are some Qs you asked us this week :)
Q: Is the Estee Lauder BB Cream a pale shade?
A: Yes is it fairly pale. Fair to Medium skin tones could wear it but any darker would be risky!
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Q: What are good skincare brands?
A: Some Trustworthy Brands:
Vichy
Avene
Elemis
Bio-Derma
Nuxe
Johnsons
Nivea
Neutrogena
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5 Tips to Pouty Lips!
Follow this tips to a Plumped Pout :
Once a week gently scrub your lips with a hot flannel to remove dead skin cells.
Alternatively make your own scrub; One table spoon of Coconut Oil mixed with some brown sugar! Keep in a little jar and re-use it!
Every night before bed use a lip treatment. Try Nuxe Reve de Meil Pot Lip balm. This stuff will still be there in the morning- amazing!
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