Contouring!!

I have listed some inspirational contouring images to help you along the way, by makeup artist Samer Khouzami! 

The products I use for contouring are:

Mac Pro Sculpting Cream in the colour 'Pure Sculpture'

Mac Studio Finish Concealer in the colour 'NW20'

Some contouring maps for different shaped  faces by Samer Khouzami! 

Good luck ladies!

Get that Illuminating Glow!!

I love the illuminating glow seen when make up artists do different looks! 

There are two products I always rely on to give me that glow!

1. Benefit High Beam

I love love LOVE this product! I usually put a small amount on my hand, dab it on and blend it in, over foundation on my cheek bones, under brows and Cupid's bow. For a more illuminating finish all over the face, mix in a small amount of high beam with your foundation and apply to the face using a brush.

 

2. Loreal Triple Active Glow

This is a must have daily product for me. It is a 'complexion enhancing moisturiser' with SPF 15. It gives a subtle highlight to face, when used under foundation. 

A small amount of both is the combination I use daily in my skin.

Gel Nails at home!

Getting your nails done can be an expensive and timely treatment, so I have gotten a UV lamp from www.firstclick.ie and started practicing gel nails at home!

FirstClick.ie have lots of the equipment and supplies you will need. From the gels, to multicoloured rhinestones and brushes to uv lamps and trolleys! From experience, they are very reliable, fast and trustworthy so check them out when shopping!! Having looked around for ages, they had both the best price and quality! 

I've been watching tutorials on YouTube endlessly, trying to get better! I will post the best tutorials in a later post! 

Buy at: www.firstclick.ie

Get your sunglasses on, its 26 degrees!

Sunglasses are a key summer accessory! There are many shapes, sizes, colours and price variations around, so it can be difficult to find a pair that's right for you!

The first step in finding the perfect pair, is to find the shape that suits your face shape. Take a look at the chart below, pick your face shape and see the styles that suit you.

                                     


I have found six different styles on ASOS.com, that I love and hope you do too! The best thing is, they are super fashionable and all below €17! :)

Buy them on ASOS here: 

Small Round Sunglasses €14.08 BUY!!

Round Sunglasses €14.08  BUY!!

Oversized 70's Sunglasses €14.08 BUY!!

Aviator Sunglasses €16.90 BUY!!

Oval Classic Retro Sunglasses €16.90 BUY!!

Cat Eye Sunglasses €14.08 BUY!!

Tips for the sun!

Summer is finally here, and Ireland is having some amazing weather at the moment! :) It's currently 26 degrees and hot, hot, hot!!!

When the sun comes out there are many things on our to do list. Important things to remember include, keeping well hydrated in the sun. It is recommended that we drink at least 2 litres of water each day usually, and therefore our bodies require more when the temperature increases.

                  

                             

Another important thing to remember is to keep our skin protected with SPF.  Depending on how fair our skin is, will depend on the higher the SPF you will need. Most face moisturisers have SPF in them, but ensure to check yours before going out in the sun!

 

                                           
                                             

                                                 

Enjoy the sun ladies! x x

How to create the celebrity favourite 'slicked back' look!

Slicked back hair styles are showing up at every occasion on the red carpet!!

From Kim Kardashian, to Eva Longoria to Jourdan Dunn, they're all pulling off the look. My favourite is definitely Rosie Huntington Whitely!

                                                                                                           

                                 

So how an we achieve this look? Hair genius Charles Worthington shared his advice on how to achieve it!

"It's a clean, fresh and very simple look, but yes, you need to be careful of it looking greased back, rather than slick.

"It's best to start by combing your hair back while it's still damp, then spray lots of hairspray over it, until it's almost wet with hairspray. 

"Then when it's dry, you'll be left with that slicked back look plus a little volume thanks to the spray, rather than a waxy greased effect."

"I tend to put a few clips behind the ears too to help hold it back''. 

Will you be creating this look? Do it!!

                                               

                                                 

    

     

 

                         

          

Pretty Pastel Polish

With Spring, comes pretty pastel colours! While incorporating pastels into our new wardrobe, we can also give our nails a make over too!

Try these looks at home or bring them to the salon with you for some inspiration!

Neon Make Up

It is so important to match an eyeshadow with perfectly pruned eyebrows.

Eyebrows shape your face and easy to manage!

What do you think of this neon eyeshadow with perfect brows!

Polish

Cute Nails - perfect for summer sandals

Aztec

 Aztec Nails!! How difficult will it be to do these? 

The Perfect Look

How gorgeous is this ladies Hair and Make Up!

This 60's look, with backcombed hair and the Eye Flick, are not difficult to achieve and can make you look a million dollars with the right outfit. 

I will be trying this look!

Hairspiration

I love this ladies hair!

Long, thick , and gorgeous loose curls!

Pastel Nails

What do you think ladies? 

Would you wear these? 

I think they are cute but don't think I'd get/ wear them.

Gel Nails at the Nail Bar Jervis

Just got some new gel nails at the Nail Bar in Jervis Shopping Centre! 

 Do you like the shape?

J J J Jessie J

Which hairstyle do you prefer on Jessie J? 

Her new blonde shaved head or black hair?