I don't have enough time for a real post today, but thought I'd share the prettiness that I plan to attempt this weekend.
See ya Friday, internet!
Showing posts with label hair. Show all posts
Showing posts with label hair. Show all posts
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
More hairstyles I'm unlikely to achieve.
I really do love the look of braids and pretty knots, and I have the super long hair to pull them off now. My only roadblock is ability.
I don't have enough time for a real post today, but thought I'd share the prettiness that I plan to attempt this weekend.
I don't have enough time for a real post today, but thought I'd share the prettiness that I plan to attempt this weekend.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Game Changers: Products I Love - Volume 3
Every so often, I like to share great products that I've recently discovered. Today I have a few more that may change your daily routine, as they've done for me!
Essie First Base Base Coat and Super Duper Top Coat
I know I've been breaking the cardigan rule of manicures by skipping a base coat, and my $1.50 Sally Hanson top coat was not adding much protection against chips. Since Ulta is constantly offering $5 off a $10 purchase, I decided to splurge on a base coat and top coat made by my favorite brand of polish. As I type, the navy blue polish I'm sporting has been there for 8 days and it still looks great! For $8 each, I think I'm getting my money's worth by not repainting my nails every 4 days.
Dove STYLE+care Invigorating Dry Shampoo
I've mentioned my devotion to Suave dry shampoo a few times, but I have officially switched brands! The Dove version is $2 more per can, but each one lasts so much longer and the scent isn't as obvious. The effects are just as good, if not better, since it's harder to overdose and end up with crunchy roots.
Bourjois Little Round Pot Eyeshadow
I absolutely love my Bourjois eyeshadow, and was thrilled to learn that it's once again available in the US. My favorite shade is Tabac Blond (pictured below) and it's perfect for my dark brown eyes and pale complexion, since it gives me a hint of smokey shadow for day and looks great when I layer my MAC paint pot (in Indianwood) over it when I'm getting getting dressed up. Plus, it stays put pretty much all day and I do not get to say that very often!
Have the rest of you discovered any game changing products? Do tell!
P.S. If you're new to this series, you can check out my previous posts here and here
Essie First Base Base Coat and Super Duper Top Coat
I know I've been breaking the cardigan rule of manicures by skipping a base coat, and my $1.50 Sally Hanson top coat was not adding much protection against chips. Since Ulta is constantly offering $5 off a $10 purchase, I decided to splurge on a base coat and top coat made by my favorite brand of polish. As I type, the navy blue polish I'm sporting has been there for 8 days and it still looks great! For $8 each, I think I'm getting my money's worth by not repainting my nails every 4 days.
Dove STYLE+care Invigorating Dry Shampoo
I've mentioned my devotion to Suave dry shampoo a few times, but I have officially switched brands! The Dove version is $2 more per can, but each one lasts so much longer and the scent isn't as obvious. The effects are just as good, if not better, since it's harder to overdose and end up with crunchy roots.
I absolutely love my Bourjois eyeshadow, and was thrilled to learn that it's once again available in the US. My favorite shade is Tabac Blond (pictured below) and it's perfect for my dark brown eyes and pale complexion, since it gives me a hint of smokey shadow for day and looks great when I layer my MAC paint pot (in Indianwood) over it when I'm getting getting dressed up. Plus, it stays put pretty much all day and I do not get to say that very often!P.S. If you're new to this series, you can check out my previous posts here and here
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Styles for thick hair + Best invention ever
You may recall that I have a long track record of attempting the cute hairdos I see on blogs and my hair board on Pinterest with little success because my hair is roughly twice as thick as the average person's.
Imagine my excitement when my friend Phoebe sent me this blog post from Modcloth with three cute styles designed for those of us with tons of hair!
I'm sure there are about 5 more of you out there who will benefit from this, but having not come across anything like this in the past few years, I couldn't resist sharing.
And while we're talking about hair, I can't not mention these awesome new hair bands from Goody. They're made to look like bracelets, and now I look much more put together with a ponytail holder on my wrist every day. At $4.99, they're worth it! I've picked up the silver and gold sets (3 per pack) and wearing 2-3 at once holds my hair up just fine.
Imagine my excitement when my friend Phoebe sent me this blog post from Modcloth with three cute styles designed for those of us with tons of hair!
I'm sure there are about 5 more of you out there who will benefit from this, but having not come across anything like this in the past few years, I couldn't resist sharing.
And while we're talking about hair, I can't not mention these awesome new hair bands from Goody. They're made to look like bracelets, and now I look much more put together with a ponytail holder on my wrist every day. At $4.99, they're worth it! I've picked up the silver and gold sets (3 per pack) and wearing 2-3 at once holds my hair up just fine.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Holiday Hair Do's!
I love any excuse to dress up and do my hair, including a meeting or dinner with my husband. However, what I really love is doing something different for parties. I'm sad to not be attending any this year, but that hasn't stopped me from scoping out possibilities that I can try to mimic on a slightly more than ordinary day.
Here are some of my favorites:
The low, messy braid
The Gibson twist
The Wee-hive (this one is too perfect looking, but you get the idea)
The obligatory Lauren Conrad photo
For those with short hair: The Classy Lady Bieber
The messy braid-bun
The perfect piecey, long layers
What's your favorite fancy time hairdo? Do you like to mix it up or play it safe with the chignon? My hair weighs a ton and has a way of escaping from pins of all kinds, but I still can't wait to try some of these out in my bathroom on a Saturday morning. (Yeah, that's how I roll)
Here are some of my favorites:
The low, messy braid
The Gibson twist
The Wee-hive (this one is too perfect looking, but you get the idea)
The obligatory Lauren Conrad photo
For those with short hair: The Classy Lady Bieber
The messy braid-bun
The perfect piecey, long layers
What's your favorite fancy time hairdo? Do you like to mix it up or play it safe with the chignon? My hair weighs a ton and has a way of escaping from pins of all kinds, but I still can't wait to try some of these out in my bathroom on a Saturday morning. (Yeah, that's how I roll)
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Effortless Updos That I Can't Do.
I am both blessed and cursed with ridiculously thick, straight hair. It looks good with minimal effort and strangers touch it in elevators (on multiple occasions). However, it is so heavy that almost all of the cute, effortless updos that I love will not stay put without serious pins, if at all.
I long to be able to put my hair up into cute styles like these and head off to work:
I long to be able to put my hair up into cute styles like these and head off to work:
tutorial is here
tutorial is here
tutorial is here
tutorial is here
I have tried and failed at recreating all of these styles, especially since bobby pins can't hold the weight of my hair and tend to slide out. However, I refuse to give up. I'm asking you, internet, is there any casual updo that works for those of us with super thick hair? I've tried sock buns, spin pins, and everything in between... perhaps what I need most is practice?
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Game Changers: More products I love
I will freely admit that I am lazy when it comes to beauty products. I lack the curiosity that comes with being a product junkie, and would almost always rather buy clothes than something for my hair or skin. However, every once in a while I come across something that I can't believe I lived without for so long. I recently added a couple of items to that list, and think you should all go out and try:
Cargo Wet/Dry Foundation
This stuff is amazing. It offers great coverage when you brush it on (with an old blush brush, if you're like me) but offers even more coverage if you use a damp sponge. There's something about the powder that doesn't allow it to absorb water and it dries super light and smooth. I will happily pay $32 every quarter for this, and that says a lot. Plus, it comes in a super light shade that matches my fantastically pale skin. (Makeup artists say things like "I don't think this line comes in a shade that fair" to me)
Suave Dry Shampoo
I've always been skeptical of people who rave about spraying a fine powder into their hair and it looking clean afterwards. However, I had a free coupon for a can of this concoction from Suave and I recently tried it on my second day bangs and hairline and it was AWESOME. My hair instantly looked better, especially after I ran a brush through it to blend the powder. Plus, it smells awesome and it only $2.87.
Do you have any products that you can't live without? Share them in the comments so we can all try them out!
Cargo Wet/Dry Foundation
This stuff is amazing. It offers great coverage when you brush it on (with an old blush brush, if you're like me) but offers even more coverage if you use a damp sponge. There's something about the powder that doesn't allow it to absorb water and it dries super light and smooth. I will happily pay $32 every quarter for this, and that says a lot. Plus, it comes in a super light shade that matches my fantastically pale skin. (Makeup artists say things like "I don't think this line comes in a shade that fair" to me)
I've always been skeptical of people who rave about spraying a fine powder into their hair and it looking clean afterwards. However, I had a free coupon for a can of this concoction from Suave and I recently tried it on my second day bangs and hairline and it was AWESOME. My hair instantly looked better, especially after I ran a brush through it to blend the powder. Plus, it smells awesome and it only $2.87.
Do you have any products that you can't live without? Share them in the comments so we can all try them out!
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