In hairdresser speak my hair is naturally a level two or three, which in layman’s terms means almost black. I basically came in asking for every hairstylist’s nightmare, a dark-haired person requesting to leave the salon with their hair lifted to Kim Kardashian/Draco Malfoy blonde. Check out my Pinterest board to see my inspiration for my hair. It took me almost a whole year to get my hair to the colour that I wanted and the maintenance to keep it from getting brassy is intense. Ideally, I like to keep my hair in the realm of a grey-ish blond, so it effectively masks my greys (yes I have greys) and…
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Dermaplanning: Everything You Should Know Before Shaving Your Face
Okay guys, full disclosure I shave my face! I can't stop, won't stop, it is literally the best thing for my skin. My make up goes on smoother, it gets rid of all my dead skin and best of all that pesky peach fuzz that every woman hates! I highly recommend dermaplanning, it is such an easy at home treatment that is cost effective and has instant results.
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My Secret to Long Lashes
My Eyelash Journey I had never had my lashes done before but I was headed off on a few beach vacations last winter, my girlfriends and I decided to get lash extensions so we could have effortless lashes on our trip. I was only planning to have them while I was on vacation but I became obsessed. I hate doing my makeup, so waking up and having my lashes looking flawless was such a treat. It is definitely a tradeoff, you know the old adage, pain is beauty, this definitely applies to eyelash extensions. They were so irritating to my eyes, I had trouble sleeping with them on and I…
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Anti-Aging: Cosmetic Procedures to Consider in Your 20s & 30s
I used to have very limiting views on plastic surgery; I believed treatments were reserved for the rich and famous. It seemed superficial to be overly concerned with your appearance and aging was just a inevitable passage in life. In recent years, cosmetic procedures have become more common place in my life. My dad, who pays $5 to get his hair cut splurged on laser treatments for his rum nose and my mom routinely goes for chemical peels. Even within my own circle of friends, we are compare notes on the procedures we endure to keep us looking our best and to take proper care of our skin. Before I dive right into…
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DIY: All Natural Teeth Whitening
After being enticed into a health food store by a sample of healthy Mango ice cream, a delicious mixture of grass fed butter, mangos and ice, I decided to explore the latest health crazes. I had recently hoped on the bullet proof coffee fad, and actively charcoal was the most recent trend I had heard of. Early in the day I watched a video on ice cream made using active charcoal, and coincidentally the gentleman at the store mentioned that he was adding charcoal ice cream to his regular rotation. My experience with charcoal is pretty limited. I have tried a clay/charcoal face cleanser which did nothing but make a mess…
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My Go-To Products for Clear Skin
I have gone through stages with my skin, it goes from really oily to combination to dry in the winter. Skin is tricky because what works for one person may not work for another person. I have tried quite a few different products, in different combinations, but with so many variables, diet, exercise, weather, etc., it is hard to to formulate the best routine. My number one tip for anyone else that struggles with their skin, is to try products for yourself and see what works for you. When trying a new product see if you can purchase sample sizes or read reviews. There is nothing worse then being stuck…
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My Top Picks for Matte Lip Colour
Matte lipstick was a confusing beauty trend for me, do I have Kylie Jenner lips or do my lips just look chapped. When I finally gave in, I couldn’t see myself going back to my regular go-to gloss. I put together a list of the brands and shades that I like to use, to get the matte look. ColourPop Ultra Matte Lip in Clueless I ordered two colours originally, Shimmy and Clueless, but Clueless is by far my favourite. Quite a few blogs mention that the Kylie Jenner Lip Kit formula is similar to ColourPop’s formula, however ColourPop is very affordable. NYX Lingerie in Lace Detail This one is perfect…
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Beware of these Beauty Fads
Beauty trends come and go, I remember when I was obsessed the using Sun-In to lighten my hair and being the first to get my hands on crackle nail polish. As I have grown older, I tend to do more research into the long term effects and the ingredients that are in the products that I love and use on a regular basis. My mom is always sure to let me in on the latest ‘bad for your trend’ that Dr. Oz has decided to uncovered. Here are the top beauty sins that I really wanted to try until I did the proper research. Eyelash Extensions The idea of waking up…
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Socially Responsible Brands Available at the Drugstore
Socially Responsible Products from the Drugstore by jaemiesures on Polyvore As a communication student, we were constantly reminded by our professors to be conscious consumers. They stressed the importance of being a discerning consumer, and researching the companies that we purchase from. Although this is a very time consuming process, after a while I started to develop favorites and found easier ways to decipher from the green-washing products and the real thing. There are a few brands that I highly recommend and enjoy. NYX Cosmetics I love this brand for cosmetics. The products are very affordable and trendy. All their products are 100% cruelty free (not tested on animals). Method Another Drugstore gem, Method…
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5 Rules For Successful Laser Hair Removal
Although genetics have blessed me with a tan all year round, they have also cursed me with the fastest growing, coarsest body hair. Every single time I go to a laser hair removal appointment they try to up-sell me, and in the hopes of basically getting rid of all of my body hair. The only hair that I have that does not grow at a rapid pace is the hair on my head, which seems to only feel comfortable staying at shoulder length and then giving up. I am the most unsuccessful laser hair removal patient. Going to my laser hair removal appointments is a constant struggle and I have yet to…
