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Choosing the Best Mascara for Winter: 2

Heather — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:39:07 +0000

The wand is everything. Mascara wands are different, they come in a variety of shapes and with varying degrees of fullness. If you want full eyelashes, then a full brush is going to serve you best. If you need help reaching the eyelashes in the corers of your eyes, then a small wand is better. If you don’t want clumps but do want your eyelashes separated, then a comb is the best bet.

Winter is a great time for dramatic eye makeup, like the popular smoky eye. Black mascara is best for attaining this look.

During these months, you should use two coats, with the second being applied before the first coat dries. That will help keep clumps from occurring.

Choosing the Best Mascara for Winter: 1

Heather — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:36:01 +0000

It’s all about the eyes, you know. And what draws attention to the eyes? The eyelashes. How do you make your eyelashes pop? Mascara, of course. And this winter, there are definitely some things you need to know about mascara. In fact, the following posts contain information that can come in handy all year round.

As a rule, you need to replace your mascara every three months — and that follows the seasons quite well. In winter, you need a different mascara than what you wear during the summer.

This season, your lashes can still be long, luscious, and full. What you need to realize however is that the wand is responsible for fullness, rather than most mascara formulas, so that is where we will start when we pick up next time.

Diorshow Black Out Mascara: Let’s Talk About It!

Heather — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 23:36:23 +0000

So we have talked a lot about mascara in this blog and the reason for that is because usually – the first thing that a guy notices is going to be your eyes and honestly, you want them to look the very best in the world. Also, I happen to be a mascara whore and I make it a point to try ALL of the latest and greatest mascaras out there, so that is why I had to give the Dior Black Out Mascara and let you know how it works!

Well, let’s just say that this mascara is incredible! It is intensified black mascara that gives your lashes a little oomph that everyone is looking for. It actually glides on extremely smoothly and it draws every single lash out. You can layer this one too and honestly – it looks great either way!

This mascara is truly black, so make sure that you keep that in mind when choosing this particular mascara.

Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Mascara: Let’s Chat…

Heather — Tue, 26 May 2009 19:52:23 +0000

Now, it has to be said that the Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Mascara is actually one of those mascara’s that I would actually come back to. To be honest, I am a person that tries every single mascara in the world and this is one of the top ones in the world. The Ceramide formula is something that is incredible looking on and it lengthens you lashes beautifully!

For twenty dollars, I have to say that this beautiful mascara is something that I would buy over and over again. Now usually, I am the type of person that will buy right out of CVS or something like that, but when I found out that Elizabeth Arden was coming out with lengthening mascara, I just had to try it!

So really ladies — Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Mascara is the bomb – totally!

Let’s Talk Rimmel London For A Second…

Heather — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:22:30 +0000

So you know the newest product of Rimmel London? The Sexy Curves mascara – well, first, I have a secret. I am a mascara whore. No … every single new mascara out there, I try it because I honestly love long lashes and I definitely want to make sure that I am using the very best products in the world.

Well, so of course I was going to try the newest Rimmel London product and while I am not usually a fan of Rimmel London, I was going to give it the benefit of a doubt.

Folks, it sucks! No – it REALLY sucks. Not only does it flake off before you even get to the office, but it is one of those mascaras that clump and look like crap by the end of the day! So really, save yourself eleven dollars and get yourself a product that works … this one doesn’t.

Eyelashes: How Can We Make Them Longer?

Heather — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:15:23 +0000

Well ladies, we all want to have eyelashes like in that picture right? Well, there are quite a few ways that you can have lashes like in this picture and to be honest, it is not all that hard to do! Firstly, you will need to drop that old mascara that you are using … honestly, how many times have you used it and what brand it is? With all of the newest technologies in mascara out there, you need to ditch the old and bring in the new.

One of the newest ways to make your eyelashes long is using the dual mascara – you know the type, the kinds that have a white side and then the actual mascara side. I have to tell you, I used the newest ‘Double Extend’ mascara from L’Oreal and it is amazing! Honestly, this stuff does not clump, does not fade or flick away and it really does extend the lashes well beyond the tip!

Another great product is brand new! Maybelline Stiletto is honestly going to be huge and it definitely does look awesome, just like all of the advertisements state! Now ladies, I definitely wouldn’t lie to you when it comes to eyelashes, I am constantly trying to get mine longer and these two products are downright amazing, check them out!

Chanel Inimitable Mascara Multidimensionnel

Joleen — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 06:17:39 +0000

Long, thick, softly-curling lashes is something we all covet, especially if you’re like me, cursed with short, sparse eyelashes. Thus every woman’s inevitable search for the perfect mascara to help her achieve this. It’s amazing how far an application of mascara can do to boost your look.

I’ve had a love-hate relationship with mascara for years. In my quest for lusher lashes, trying squillions of different brands has left me, mostly, disappointed with the results. An application of mascara usually begins with frustration (the clumping, the unnatural spiking, the streaking) and ends with me having racoon eyes (when most of the product, inevitably, ends up on a dark rim around my eyes) or irritated eyes (from the constant washing off and reapplying, and washing off.)

Then I found it, my holygrail mascara. Chanel Inimitable Mascara Multidimensionnel delivers the kind of soft, naturally thick and dark eyelashes I’ve always wanted, and in a single stroke. According to Chanel, it’s all in the combincation of a sophisticated formula, and a unique applicator (designed to lengthen, plump, and curl even the finest lashes.) My lashes need just one coat of Chanel Inimitable to make the transformation from thin and sparse, to lush and pretty. This product is the undisputed star of my daily beauty routine.

It’s a little expensive, at $28 for a single tube, but that’s a small price to pay for beautiful peepers.

The World’s Most Expensive Makeup

Joleen — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 06:21:45 +0000

My mouth is still on the floor after finding this. This is the world’s most expensive makeup, and it sells for a whopping $14 Million! Now, you can choose mascara or lipstick (providing you actually want to pay $14 Million for makeup) and it comes in a bejeweled case, such as solid 18 karat gold with diamonds. H.Couture Beauty sells this creation. Their normal mascara costs $598, which is expensive itself, at least to me, and their lipstick is $150, but if you want it in the jewel studded case, then the price goes way up. I can’t imagine spending that amount on makeup, or much of anything else for that matter, but I thought it would be a great conversation piece to know that such a price exists for something that will eventually run out…

Mineral Make-Up

Joleen — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 06:38:55 +0000

I’m sure you’ve seen the ads for Sheer Cover mineral make-up. If not, then the focus with this is on a natural looking make-up that does not contain chemicals or fragrances. It’s good for sensitive skin. The best thing is that you just brush it on, even the foundation, and it gives you a wonderful coverage. Coverage is most important to me, but the added benefit of knowing that it contains nothing artificial is great too. You can get the starter set for around $30, which includes everything that you need such as foundation, blush, concealer, mascara, and brushes, along with cleansers and other great items. This would make a great gift for someone, providing you don’t decide to keep it yourself

We got this comment from Sierra: I am new to mineral make-up and do not like to spend the big bucks on make-up, but i want the best ingredients for my skin. Pure Bliss Minerals has both and i am in love with these eyeshadow colors-found it online/ebay eyecandy-cosmetics My sensetive skin was very happy, no itchy eyes! yeah!

Clarins’ New Christmas Fantasy Precious Colors Make-Up Palette

Joleen — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 06:40:23 +0000

This is a great new product from Clarins. It’s a make-up palette that has absolutely everything you need to keep yourself beautiful, and it’s in the perfect size for taking with you when you go. With the holiday season coming it, it will be great for those many parties that you jet off to. It comes with a powder compact, a blush, 4 eyeshadow colors, 1 mini mascara in black, and 2 lip glosses, and it’s in a silver box topped with a beautiful ruby.

This would make an excellent Christmas gift, or just get one for yourself. Who says we can’t buy ourselves something pretty for the holidays? And, this palette is only $35 from Clarins, so it’s not like we’re breaking the bank.