Are you longing for luscious, voluminous locks without relying on hair extensions? Well, you're in luck! I've been in the hair game a long time and these are some tried and true tips to help you achieve that enviable fullness naturally. Say goodbye to hair extensions and hello to your own lush mane!
Read MoreThey don’t call me the Beauty SNOOP for nothing! I just love to investigate new and unique (sometimes even a little weird!) products, and bring my results to you… Today I’ve got a round up of some of my top picks currently, and I think you’ll enjoy them too.
Read MoreWho doesn't love a great bargain find? I make it my quest to snoop out the best of beauty at all price points, but under $10 is my secret sauce! These products all offer something unique and are worth even more... but we'll take the affordable price tag any day!
Read MoreSummer makeup should be easy, effortless, and most of all scream SUMMER! These are the few quick and easy products I like to swap into my routine when the weather warms up.
I had so much fun with the LIVE studio audience for this show taping! We do this a couple times a year and there is nothing more exciting then the energy of a group of women who are happy to be there and cheer you on. Our audience is special- they always leave encouraging comments online, and support all of the contributors in all that we do. I feel so lucky!
Read MoreWhat is hair oiling? Hair oiling has picked up major steam lately thanks to social media spreading the word about its' benefits, but it's actually a tradition dating back thousands of years in many Asian and Indian cultures.
Who is a good candidate for hair oiling? literally everyone! It's great for creating shine and restoring moisture on any hair, but its especially helpful for anyone who color treats or bleaches, uses heat for styling and has breakage, has curly hair, frizzy or fly away hair, and anyone trying to grow longer hair. Here is how to do it and a few of my recommended products to get you started.
Read MoreThe Art of MAKEUP Layering… Notice I didn’t call it a science! There are some general guidelines but no hard and fast rules. But sometimes I think we get hung up on the order we ‘should’ apply our makeup, or just simply always have. I think it’s worth a shot to swap a few things around every now and then to discover if you could be getting better results without actually buying anything new.
Read MoreAs we age, our skin undergoes various changes, including a decrease in elasticity, hydration, and collagen production. This can make makeup application a bit more challenging, as certain products and techniques may not work as effectively as they used to. However, with the right tips and tricks, you can still achieve a flawless makeup look on mature skin.
Read MoreNot quite as celebrated as a national holiday, but close! It’s the Spring Sephora VIB Sale- and it’s now officially open to all shoppers. This is the sale where I snag more high end items that rarely go on sale throughout the year… so this list is pricey, but you can rest assured these splurges are not included in my list lightly! So much time and research goes into making these suggestions, and I spent my own hard earned money on them- so I hope you’ll love them all as well.
Read MoreMakeup enthusiasts (me!) know that blush is a magical tool that can instantly elevate your look and give you a fresh, healthy glow. But did you know that the key to achieving a flawless blush application lies in understanding your specific face shape and applying the blush in the right places? Proper blush placement can make a world of difference in enhancing your natural features and creating a harmonious balance in your makeup.
Read MoreThis week on Studio 5 I participated in the shows ‘Convince Me’ segment… where I laid out my 5 core beliefs that I wish every woman would know and get on board with. It was a really great exercise for me to process my beliefs about the industry and why I truly love the beauty world… on a much deeper level. It’s not just about the surface and the ‘fluff’, there is so much more to it.
Read MoreIn the past if you wanted to find cosmetics that had clean ingredients your options were very limited or completely non existent.. Those with sensitive skin or eyes, or those with allergies to common ingredients like Talc, Aluminum or Fragrance, really had no option for beauty products that performed the same way that traditional products did.
But times are changing and more and more brands are emerging with clean ingredients that perform well, all while leaving out chemicals known to cause issues. Here are my top picks for clean makeup in 2023!
Read MoreLike all things old that become new again, there's an uptick of one 90's beauty staple making its return to the mainstage: White Eyeliner! And yes, it's the young 20-somethings who are discovering it for the first time that are making this trend go viral... but for those of us who wore it the first time around (who are very much past our 20's!) the technique is still grounded in a solid principle- that bright colors reflect more light!
Read MoreBrows may seem insignificant, but in reality they play a huge role in our overall appearance. They are the 'frame' to our eyes, as well as our biggest expressors on the face. The color, shape, and slope of our brows all make a big difference for the way in which we appear to others. In my opinion brows are a form of non verbal communication!
Personally my brows are the thing I get the most compliments about... but it wasn't always that way! So let's dive into the Power of the Brow!
Read MoreThere's a new buzzword floating around the beauty world... it's called 'Hair Botox' and although that might conjure images of needles and injections into your mind, it's actually much less invasive. Hair Botox isn't a specific brand, but rather an umbrella term to describe an in-salon treatment for the hair that has similar anti-aging and smoothing results as you would get with botox.
Read MoreEvery year we get a sneak peek at what trend forecasters foresee ahead in terms of the colors that will make their way into our home decor, clothing, and yes MAKEUP. When the Pantone Universe releases the Color of the Year, I always wait on pins and needles to see if it is a color that will be big in the beauty world. And 2023 did not disappoint! Viva Magenta is a bold yet approachable color for makeup, and it works equally well on cool toned and warm toned skin. Here are 5 ways you can introduce it into you beauty bag this year.
Read MoreThe Winter season gives us a few excuses to get a little glammed up and to really take more time to polish up our look... think cozy dinners, family parties, and lots of reasons to celebrate. I've got three trending beauty ideas that are perfect for these special occasions...
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Speeding up that morning routine is always on our list- whether its for ourselves or our daughters, waking up with hair ready to go is so helpful... There are lots of ways to give yourself overnight curls, and I've tested them all! Here are my 3 favorite techniques for waking up curled. [video here]
3 easy and comfortable overnight heatless curls
Remember that the smoother the hair is when you wrap it, the smoother the curls will come out in the morning. So I recommend clean-ish hair that is fully dry for most hair types. I also recommend you use larger sections of hair to get looser curls, or if you do have resistant hair smaller sections will give you more holding power.
For those with SUPER curl resistant hair, you may try blow drying in a firm hold gel until you are about 90% dry, then wrapping and wearing overnight.
Pillow puff curlers These are the updated version of rag curlers, with a foam core and built in wire that makes using them much quicker with no knot tying required. I prefer the silk version for less frizz and tension on the hair.
Spa Headband This method lays the flattest on your head for a more comfortable sleep. Start with the band across your forehead while you wrap, after your hair is secured you can slide the band up onto the top of the head and secure with a claw clip if needed to ensure you have more comfort throughout the night.
Diet Coke Socks (or any long sock :) This one is my personal favorite because of the speed in which it goes in and out. If you have shorter hair you can actually use 4 socks; teo in front and teo in back to ensure the hair stays wrapped all night.
The Makeup aisle can be daunting, especially when it comes to the HUGE variety of brushes and applicators available to us these days. It seems as though there is always a new gizmo or gadget promising flawless results and more ease than ever before- but knowing a few key basics will go a long way to helping you decipher those buzz words. So lets dive into what you need to know about your makeup brushes and how you can let THEM do the work for you. [video here]
Two key factors for identifying the purpose of a makeup brush: DENSITY and CUT
DENSITY is the amount a bristles packed into the head of the brush.
A more dense brush will feel firmer to the touch and will have less drag on the skin. These brushes are best for spreading liquid and cream product through buffing or tapping.
A less or loose density brush will be better for swiping or swirling powder products because the brushes will glide and bend over the skin without tugging.
CUT is the shape in which the bristles are cut after they've been glued into the head of the brush.
Common cuts are flat, round, domed, angled, pencil, and paddle. By analyzing the shape of the brush we can determine what part of the face it will fit best in, and what type of blend it will produce.
So knowing this, you'll want to look at your collection and determine if you are using your brushes to the fullest potential, or if you are missing a couple that could make application quicker and more efficient.
Here are a few unique favorites of mine- that may be missing from your collection... They each serve a unique purpose and make my routine far more efficient.
bdelium face blending brush This is a large flat brush with a sharp edge to the cut... making it ideal for creating precise lines used for adding bronzer and contour
Luxie 207 angled shading brush This brush is unique in that it is full and fluffy but still cut at an angle so it fits perfectly into the crease of the eye and you can almost use it as a stamp to create symmetry on both eyes
Real Techniques Filtered Cheek Brush Most blush brushes are quite full and fluffy, which will spread the product further- but this brush is cut much smaller to give you a precise control over where your color goes
It Cosmetics Essential Concealer Brush This brush is the perfect 'spatula' shape... making it ideal for scooping up creams and putties and then pressing them into the pores on the skin
Dark under eye circles are one of life’s mysteries… Why can’t they just not be a thing, right? But for most of us they are a BIG thing, and something that really can make or break your overall feeling of well-being. I’ve studied solutions for years, tested many products, and these three easy changes in your routine are the three I would start with. So let’s dive in… Here are 3 mistakes you may be making:
Read MoreHow many pens & pencils fill your makeup bag? If you are anything like me it's quite a few... why is that though? Quite simply put, the application of these types of products comes more naturally to us, as we are used to holding pens and pencils in everyday life. So when a great quality product meets great innovation- in the form of an easy to hold pen or pencil, we tend to get excited about it! Let's take a look at a few of my favorites to fill up that pencil bag!
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