Monthly Archives: July 2011

Sephora Nail Bling: Leopard Studded 3D effect

July 31, 2011
Sephora Nail Bling: Leopard Studded 3D effect

Sephora has a large new nail art department.  I remember 15 years ago when I used to work as a nail technician and nail art was a  craze and now it looks like we have come full circle thanks to the Katy Perry’s of the world.  We have “Shattered, Crackled”  and now “Leopard”.   These...
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5 Exercise Tips While on Vacation

July 30, 2011
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It’s summertime and vacation planning is at the top of our to do list.  I know it’s hard to believe you can stay in shape while traveling, but with these simple tips you can enjoy some treats and keep fit. Go sight-seeing by selecting locations to visit that you can get to by walking...
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I get Swollen Eyes from Makeup Allergies

July 27, 2011

Q.  I tend to get swollen eyes from an allergic reaction to makeup.  How can I avoid this?  It always seems to happen when I need to look my best. A.  The usual response is to change your makeup because of chemical additives.  I agree with that however, I’m going to take another angle here and...
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Nails: Sephora by OPI “Blasted” Application Tips

July 24, 2011
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Sephora in NY on Broadway had  so many shades of the  “Blasted” polish that I couldn’t decide which to take home. I bought one flat base- gray  “Break a Leg-Warmer” and tried an array of  Blasted shades over the gray base. The colors above are Blasted in “Silver, Red, Electric Blue, Gold, Turquoise and...
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Henna Tattoo Instead of Real Ink

July 21, 2011
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Henna tattoos from the Jersey Shore. Seaside has at least 3 locations that will draw these on for you.  This is an awesome way to show self creativity without permanently going under the needle.  Personally, I have real tattoos but this is a way to adorn myself a little more and change it in...
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Beauty tips: Defeat Makeup Meltdown- Waterproof Your Face

July 17, 2011
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The humidity is rising and your makeup is melting. What’s a girl to do?  Waterproof it all. 1.  Foundation- Don’t apply foundation to the entire face unless you have to. I understand that some of us have trouble spots, personally I can’t stand my acne prone chin that I religiously pick at to get...
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Model Tip: Modeling Categories for Short People

July 9, 2011
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You want to model but you do not fit in the high demand runway height of over 5’9”.  Therefore you are probably one of the average heights of women in America between 5’ to 5’5”.  You may have even sent your photos into various modeling agencies because they are considered the top in the...
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Give yourself the best Shave: 6 Important Steps Men should Follow

July 4, 2011
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Grooming is a key factor in your daily routine and shaving essentially becomes an important part to the start of your day.  If you use a razor or straight blade there are steps you should follow for a clean, close shave. Tools needed: Water, Towel, Facial Scrub (Lab Series), Shaving Cream, Razor, Moisturizer or...
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