I always see a lot of questions about foundation online. Here's my advice to you if you're not sure what you want or are looking for a new foundation. Find a Make Up Artist! It's always better to be safe than sorry. Go to any Make Up Counter or Drug Store etc. and let them know what you're looking for.
You should be prepared with three things:
1) What kind of skin do you think you have? (Dry, Combo, Oily etc.)
2) What kind of coverage do you want? Where/When will you be wearing this? (Light, Medium, Full)
3) What kind of finish would you like? (Matte, Dewey/Satin, Semi-Matte)
You're not required to buy! You can even ask them to try a foundation for you and wear it for the day and see how you like it.
I hope this helps some of you! xo J
Thursday 24 March 2011
Tuesday 22 March 2011
Update
Soooooo...it's crunch time! I've got less than a month left in the semester and lots to do. HOWEVER....that does not give me an excuse to neglect my blog and youtube! Unfortunately I cannot film with any daylight, at least not today. So hopefully I'll be able to film and post something very soon.
In the mean time...do you have any requests? Please let me know!
In the mean time...do you have any requests? Please let me know!
Skin Tones & Colors!!
Hey everyone,
We're all different (of course)! I personally feel like all colors can work on everyone, just that you would have to adjust how to use it to your skin tone/coloring etc. However, there are some colors that just look better on you than others.
Here's kind of a guide to what colors compliment your skintone versus some that may work against you!
Red
Wear Blue, Brown, Beige, Mauve, Pastels, Neutrals
Yellow
Wear Brown, Neutrals, Brown, Beige, Blue, Pinks, Oranges
Olive
Wear Brown, Beige, Blue, Orange, Mauve, Pastels
Ivory
Red, Orange, Bright Yellow
Ebony
Pastels, Orange, Yellow, Green, Mauve, BRIGHT Red!
We're all different (of course)! I personally feel like all colors can work on everyone, just that you would have to adjust how to use it to your skin tone/coloring etc. However, there are some colors that just look better on you than others.
Here's kind of a guide to what colors compliment your skintone versus some that may work against you!
Red
Wear Blue, Brown, Beige, Mauve, Pastels, Neutrals
Yellow
Wear Brown, Neutrals, Brown, Beige, Blue, Pinks, Oranges
Olive
Wear Brown, Beige, Blue, Orange, Mauve, Pastels
Ivory
Red, Orange, Bright Yellow
Ebony
Pastels, Orange, Yellow, Green, Mauve, BRIGHT Red!
Friday 18 March 2011
It's been over a week since I've posted a video! I feel terrible lol.
I will definitely be posting one or more this weekend!
Tuesday 15 March 2011
Warm & Cool Coloring
Why does it matter if you're warm or cool?
It helps you pick colors for makeup and clothing and even jewelery that compliment your skintone and helps you look more vibrant and beautiful!
How do you know if you're warm or cool? It's pretty easy! There are a few different ways to do this.
1) Take a pink piece of cloth/tshirt etc. and a peach piece of cloth/tshirt etc. Place one over the other on your chest. Now take off the top piece. Go back and forth and compare how you feel your skin tone looks. Which makes you look healthier? Which makes you look better in general? If the pink is your choice, then you are cool. If the peach is, then you are warm! Easy enough!
2) This second method isn't my favorite but it's doable! Grab two of your biggest necklaces. One in gold and one in silver. Now compare them against your neck and decided which you like better. Gold = Warm, Silver = Cool. I don't like this method as much because the clothing you are wearing at the time will affect your decision.
3) Last but not least. In daylight, take a look at your veins on the inside of your wrists. Are they blue toned or green toned? Blue = Cool, Green = Warm.
It helps you pick colors for makeup and clothing and even jewelery that compliment your skintone and helps you look more vibrant and beautiful!
How do you know if you're warm or cool? It's pretty easy! There are a few different ways to do this.
1) Take a pink piece of cloth/tshirt etc. and a peach piece of cloth/tshirt etc. Place one over the other on your chest. Now take off the top piece. Go back and forth and compare how you feel your skin tone looks. Which makes you look healthier? Which makes you look better in general? If the pink is your choice, then you are cool. If the peach is, then you are warm! Easy enough!
2) This second method isn't my favorite but it's doable! Grab two of your biggest necklaces. One in gold and one in silver. Now compare them against your neck and decided which you like better. Gold = Warm, Silver = Cool. I don't like this method as much because the clothing you are wearing at the time will affect your decision.
3) Last but not least. In daylight, take a look at your veins on the inside of your wrists. Are they blue toned or green toned? Blue = Cool, Green = Warm.
Sunday 13 March 2011
My Weekend
So I love to procrastinate!
Friday was uneventful I just wanted to rest. Saturday was pretty hectic but I went over to a friend's to do her makeup for a party she was going to. Then went to a friend's house for some drinks and such, ended up getting home at about 5am with the time change! Today I went to the Estee Lauder sale in Markham and picked up a few things. Things have gotten too expensive there! It used to be so cheap! I'll make a video of what I got soon.
Now, I've got to buckle down and work on this assignment! Wish me luck!
xo J
Friday was uneventful I just wanted to rest. Saturday was pretty hectic but I went over to a friend's to do her makeup for a party she was going to. Then went to a friend's house for some drinks and such, ended up getting home at about 5am with the time change! Today I went to the Estee Lauder sale in Markham and picked up a few things. Things have gotten too expensive there! It used to be so cheap! I'll make a video of what I got soon.
Now, I've got to buckle down and work on this assignment! Wish me luck!
xo J
Friday 11 March 2011
My Skin Care Routine
Even if your skin type is not the same as mine, you will find some very valuable information in this video! Thanks for watching!
Here is how I take care of my skin. Although my moisturizer does not contain SPF, I do apply a primer with SPF50. I forgot to include my eye cream but I'll make a short video for that seperately. The information provided here is scientific fact :)
If you live in Canada, the Avene products are available at Shoppers Drug Mart. They are each roughly 25-30$CAD each. The Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion is available at Sephora.
Here are the links of the products I use:
Cleanser: http://www.aveneusa.com/cleanance-soap-free-gel-cleanser/
Toner: http://www.aveneusa.com/cleanance-anti-shine-purifying-l/
Moisturizer: http://www.aveneusa.com/cleanance-anti-shine-regulating/
Exfoliant: http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P45503
Mask: http://www.aveneusa.com/cleanance-purifying-mask/
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Thursday 10 March 2011
Sunday 6 March 2011
A broke student spending all her money...
Another little haul! I got these mostly off Ebay. So excited and happy with these products!
Wednesday 2 March 2011
Perfect Winged Eyeliner has never been so easy :)
Try my technique for the perfect winged eyeliner! Qtips are your friend, don't be afraid to make mistakes! Practice makes perfect.
It's Carnival time!!!!!
As a Trini, I'm always sad/happy around this time of year because I'm missing Carnival back in TT! Here's one idea for a look you could wear to play Mas, for halloween or just to party with!
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