Saturday, December 31, 2011

Skin & Hair Care Faves:

Smiths ROSEBUD Salve (sold at Sephora or online approx. $6)
This product works wonders! It is all natural and free of any allergens! It has multiple usages from either hand salve, to chapstick for lips, and even helps in the healing of cuts and bruises. It smells beautifully with hints of rose bud and has a soft, creamy, silky texture that works great on any dry, ashy part of the body. I use it on my hands and elbows. 

St. Ives Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter lotion
One of my favorite lotions...It coats the skin, leaving it soft and supple
and calms down irritated and itchy skin. Great for mommies that are
constantly washing dishes! :)


Trader Joes Tea Tree Tingle hair care
This shampoo and conditioner set is amazing! For  someone who
wants a healthier hair care system, this is great. It is invigorating,
tingly, and will wake you up in the morning! (FYI: Tea Tree Oil is great for
dandruff)

Jason Healthy Mouth wash w/ Cinnamon Clove
I love natural products. Regular mouth wash isn't that great for
your mouth over long term use. So, this is a great alternative.
I tried this on a trip to Monterey. Where I purchased from WholeFoodsMarket.
It leaves your mouth feeling fresh, clean and healthier!  

I'm posting this link below regarding a young girl who died from hair dye. It's really sad, scary and eye-opening. Let me tell u, I LOVE to dye my hair but I can't imagine having a reaction from it. Those of you that  are constantly dying your hair, I would suggest going to Sally's Beauty Supply and try getting a less harsh dye and possibly even a more natural one.

http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/231074/20111014/colourant-hair-dye-tragedy-allergy.htm
Curel Itch Defense Lotion <Prices vary from store to store. I recently purchased this from Target for around $10 on sale. It is by far the best moisturizer I have ever had. I grew up with allergies and I tend to have a mixture of skin issues. My skin looks soft and moist but after washing dishes (mommies do this often:) and taking lots of showers or baths--moisture leaves skin w/in two minutes. I used to suffer before knowing this and would get allergic reactions from not moisturizing. Thankfully, w/ age, you gain knowledge. I now moisturize everyday immediately after I shower or emerge my skin into water. This product works wonders for people of all skin types. It really locks in moisture and if you do have allergies this will help those of you w/ dry skin, itchy or flaky skin, or even inflamed skin. If you haven't tried it, I suggest you go out and buy it. Another great product is either Suave Oatmeal Lotion or Aveeno Lotion w/ oatmeal or Shea Butter :) 

Thursday, December 29, 2011

NYX Loose Shimmers:

NYX Loose Pearl Eye Shadows
Oh my Gosh! Best EBAY purchase to date! I have this whole set and their amazing! They are shimmery and sexy. Not glittery! Absolutely beautiful!

ELF Eye Palette:

ELF Eye Palette. I got this as a B-day gift and I believe it was on sale
at Target for around $15! An amazing deal. The colors show up great and
there is such a good variety for your every mood! 

Smokey Eyes w/ color!







Ok most of you think of a smokey eye and the first colors that come to mind are browns and blacks, right?! Well I want you all to think outside of the box and think "COLOR!!!" Color is the most beautiful thing to emphasis your colored eyes or brown eyes. A smokey eye can be done very subtle or dramatic depending on the usage of product and proper brushes. Here are a few ideas...keep checking in and I will be posting my very own video tutorials on how to do simple and dramatic smokey eyes! Muahxoxo

Alternative Acrylic Makeup Storage & Filming Studio (Vanity Girl Mirror,...

Mascara Haul:

DiorShow Unlimited 090
NYC Sky Rise Lengthening Mascara
$1.99 on sale! One of the faves!

Stila Fiber Optic Mascara in Brown Black
works great! Really builds up your lashes for a thicker look.  Sold at Sephora!
I am in love with mascaras! They have to be waterproof and black! So far this Christian Dior Mascara has been my FAVE! But only prob is now I can't find the one with the super long (not curved) brush! It was amazing and got into all the corners of my eyes and really elongated my lashes! If u have the $$$ to spare--invest in it!

Halloween Makeup:

Makeup done by yours truly...too much fun means smeared nose! lol:)



Dia De Los Muertos!

Love & Beauty

Mascara by Love & Beauty from Forever 21
isn't the best but is uber cute! 

Apothecary Jars

New brush set from Love & Beauty

I received the Love & Beauty cosmetic brush set as a gift. For lower priced brushes this brush set doesn't lack in the quality. So far, I love this set! The perfect spot for my brush collection is in my new Apothecary Jars! These jars are beautiful. Just add beads or glass stones to hold your cosmetic brushes in place on your vanity and there you go! A piece of decor mixed with practicality!

Nail Ideas:

 Free hand pink french tip w/ fan effects


Free hand french tip with glitter:)          


White background w/ black zebra print














Blue background w/ black zebra print!
 Blue iridescent background w/ black fan effect and glitter:)  





And more zebra print with white background!



Magenta background w/ black Sally Hansen Crackle

Hot pink background w/ silver crackle by China Glaze


Orange background w/ white fan effects w/ glitter accents

New China Glaze Crakle Kit in Crushed Candy my BFF bought me!
Hello Kitty is my GIRL! I just received the 3d
nail art as a gift in December from sissy!
Here are a few ideas to get you all started
on 3d nail art! :)

Hello Kitty 3d Nail Art



Pastel green w/ brown owl print

Beige colored nails with black mustache print:) How adorable!


Since about 4th grade another obsession of mine from makeup has been nails! I love to do my nails and friends nails. I am NO expert but it's a fun hobby that I think I am fairly good at...check my nail ideas out!
Enjoy! xxxASH