Makeup: How to Get the Perfect Purple Pout Lips!

Friday, March 14, 2014

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e love the purple lip trend we keep seeing, and believe me when I say, a purple lip done right takes any look up a notch! Trouble is, for every perfect purple pout we see, it seems like there are ten not-so-good examples.

Whether it's too dark, or too light, it can be very hard to pull of this particular shade. That's why it was so refreshing to see Rihanna's lipstick at a fashion show this past week. She has nailed the purple lip DOWN TO A T.

 

The key to remember is, as with any bold lipstick shade, skin undertones! As well, remember the nature of purple itself as a color. Red and blue make purple, remember grammar school art class? So, warm skin? Go for a purple that leans slightly more towards red/pink, like Rihanna's purple-but-almost-pink shade here. Cooler skin? Find a shade that leans more blue. 

Will you be trying the purple lip?

Source: E.L.F Cosmetics
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Natural DIY Facial Masks for Every Skin Type

Thursday, March 6, 2014

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oing to the spa can be very expensive; we have found some great facial mask recipes for all skin types that can be found right in your kitchen.

These DIY masks can work wonders for a variety of skin issues. Find out which mask is best for your skin, and get glowing!

 

For Really Dry Skin

The Greek Yogurt Mask
Ingredients:

·        2 rounded tablespoons of plain Greek yogurt

·        1 egg yolk

·        1 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil

Directions: Whip egg yolk, fold in yogurt and add EVOO. Apply to face with clean hands avoiding eyes and lips. Let it remain for 5 minutes. To remove, apply warm washcloth to skin as a compress for 15 seconds then remove gently working upwards on face. Follow with a rich moisturizer applied to the face and throat and eye and lip cream.

Avocado and Banana Mask

Ingredients:

·        1/2 avocado

·        1/2 banana

·        1 tablespoon of honey

Directions: Smash ingredients together in one bowl and apply to face around eyes and lips with clean hands. Let it remain on skin and throat for 10 minutes. Remove with warm water and washcloth. Follow with a rich moisturizer applied to the face and throat and eye and lip cream.

For Oily Skin

The Baking Soda and Cider Mask
Ingredients:

·        2 rounded tablespoons of baking soda

·        1 teaspoon of Apple Cider Vinegar

Directions: Mix together until combination begins to bubble. Apply to the face only.  Leave on for about three minutes, or until dry. Remove with tepid washcloth. Follow with a gel-based moisturizer applied to the face and throat and lip cream.

Skin Discoloration Issues

The spice and lemon mask

Ingredients:

·        1/4 teaspoon turmeric

·        2 rounded tablespoons of Greek yogurt

·        1/2 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice

Directions: Blend together and apply to skin leaving on for 15 minutes*. Remove with tepid water and warm washcloth. Follow with a moisturizer containing sunblock.

*May also be used as a spot treatment three times per week for hyperpigmentation.

Combination skin types

Blended mask

Ingredients:

·        1/4 cup fresh pumpkin

·        1 tablespoon of honey

·        1/4 teaspoon fresh Lemon Juice

Directions: Blend ingredients in a bowl or blender. Apply to face with clean hands avoiding eyes and lips. Let it remain on skin for 10 minutes. Remove with tepid water and washcloth. Follow with a light moisturizer applied to the face.

Acne Prone Skin

Strawberry infused mask

Ingredients:

·        6 Ripe Strawberries

·        1/4 teaspoon of baking soda

·        1 teaspoon of honey

Directions: Mash up strawberries and blend in honey and baking soda. Apply to face with clean hands avoiding eyes and lips. Let it remain for 15 minutes. To remove, apply tepid washcloth to skin.  Follow with a moisturizer for acne prone skin.

 

 

Anti-Aging Problem

Detoxifying, De-Puffing Mocha Mask

The caffeine from coffee grounds in this mask helps to reduce swelling and puffiness, while the antioxidants in the cocoa help to reduce aging, and the yogurt replenishes lost moisture.

Ingredients:

·        2 tablespoons freshly ground coffee

·        2 tablespoons pure cocoa powder

·        1 tablespoon honey

·        3 tablespoons yogurt or sour cream

Directions: Blend all of the ingredients together, spread evenly over skin, and allow it to sit for about 10 minutes. When you rinse it off, massage your face gently to exfoliate as well. If there’s any mask left over after you wash your face with it, add a bit of water to it and use it as a scrub for the backs of your arms and any other body part that could do with some smoothing.

 

 

The Guys

Soothing Manly Mask

This is a great mask for guys, as it can soothe both razor burn, and over-weathered winter skin. The yogurt acts as a moisturizer, while the cucumber lessens redness and provides moisture to dry, sensitive skin.

Ingredients

·        1/2 a cucumber, peeled and chopped

·        1 tablespoon full-fat Greek yogurt

Directions: Put the cucumber through a food processor until it’s pulpy, and then mix the yogurt in by hand. Apply evenly over the face, and leave on for 10-15 minutes. (Feel free to lie back and place some cucumber slices on your eyes too). Rinse your face with warm (not hot) water, and pat dry.

 

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The Best Anti-Aging Face Products For Black Women

Saturday, January 11, 2014

They say “black doesn’t crack”, since dark skin women have compacted collagen fibers, which also means fewer fine lines and wrinkles. However, the density of this skin type causes sagging as you age. However, we do need to prevent aging of the skin.

In the morning use toners that contains “glycolic acid’ which gently stimulates collagen and breaks up dark patches or spots. This kind of product also controls oil production and breakouts

During the nights use an over-the-counter retinol treatment to aid collagen production, prevent hyperpigmentation (age spots), and control excess oil. Then, apply a rich night cream that contains antioxidants, peptides, and/or ceramides to hydrate and help reduce sagging.

Below are some anti-aging products for black women:

L'Oréal Paris Advanced RevitaLift Night Crème

This night cream diminishes the appearance of deep-set wrinkles, like forehead and furrow lines and enjoy younger-looking skin. RevitaLift Deep-Set Wrinkle Repair targets deep wrinkles from within by combining the power of Pro-Retinol A to reduce the size and depth of wrinkles with Fiber-Restoring Complex to stimulate and regenerate the fibrous network of the skin

Roc Retinal Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream

This unique formula is designed to work through the night—when the skin is believed to be most receptive—to smooth and visibly reduce the appearance of even your deepest wrinkles.

 Olay Body Quench Plus Age Defying Body Lotion

It is ideal as a daily moisturizer for all-over body skin that has begun to show the signs of aging

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer, Night

Visibly fade the look of stubborn wrinkles with our fastest Retinol formula available! It moisturizes and renews the look of skin throughout the day, and helps to smooth wrinkles fast and diminish the look of age spots. Skin is left feeling smooth and looking younger.

Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega Mushroom Skin Relief

This lightweight hydrating lotion instantly calms skin. Visibly reduces redness and sensitivity. Narcissus Lily Bulbs optimize skin's defenses to help prevent future damage. Great for sensitive and reactive skin.

Clinique Anti-gravity Firming Eye Lift Cream

Densely hydrating cream lifts, firms around the eyes. Helps erase the look of lines. Builds cushion into time-thinned skin.

 

Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Face Cream

It is a luxurious face cream that helps restore volume and fullness. The product has the most concentrated amino-peptide complex and hydrates to lift, firm and micro-sculpt your look for younger-looking skin around the eyes, jawline and neck.

 

Elizabeth Arden Visible Difference Skin Balancing Lotion SPF 15

This product helps maintain yours all day with this oil-free, skin balancing lotion for combination skin. SPF 15 helps protect your skin from sun damage. Clinically and dermatologist tested. Non-comedogenic.

Make Your Own

If you need to save money you can always make your own skincare products to tone your skin and fight wrinkles.  Egg whites and lemon juice have natural toning properties, while vitamin E oil helps moisturize and fight wrinkles. To make your own toning and wrinkle cream, combine two egg whites with 2 teaspoons lemon juice and 3 drops of vitamin E oil. Apply this to your face, leave on for 20 minutes, and rinse off with cold water.

 

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