For anyone trying to stick to a budget, makeup might seem like something you can skimp on, but when you apply products to your skin every day, you want to be sure you’re spending your pennies on quality ingredients such as those found in mineral makeup. Plus, the perfect lipstick truly can make you look… Read more »
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10 Beauty Resolutions to Make This Year
Ring in the new year with a list of resolutions that will help improve your skin (and your makeup collection!). Set goals that are good for your health and will keep you looking your best. 1.I will clean my makeup brushes. Cleaning your brushes will help them last longer and will reduce your chances of… Read more »
How to Find the Perfect Red Lip for Your Skin Tone
Red lipstick makes a statement. It can take time to find your perfect red lip, but it doesn’t have to. There are so many tips and guides to choosing the right shade and undertone, and today we’re going to break it down. Matching Undertones The easiest way to find the red that fits you best… Read more »
The Toxic Trade in Fake Make-up
By Charlotte Kemp for the Daily Mail How counterfeit cosmetics containing dangerous levels of arsenic are being sold online to unsuspecting bargain hunters When Mandy Lanham saw her favorite foundation for sale online at a greatly reduced price she snapped it up — after all, few of us can resist a beauty bargain. The product… Read more »
How-To: Bright, Bold Lips
This spring, the biggest beauty statement is a rich, bold lip. Because this bold shade makes a bright statement, it’s important to keep the rest of your look clean and soft. Follow the steps below for the complete look: EYES 1. Apply Lid Primer from lashline to brow bone. 2. Lightly sweep bamboo Eye Shadow… Read more »
Quick Tip: The Secret to Perfect Eyelashes and Brows!
Watch to learn three brilliant secrets to add to your bag of tricks! Viewing on mobile device? Watch video HERE. Plus, get a FREE Epitome Eyelash Curler with Epitome with Lash/Brow Enhancing Serum purchase. Good while supplies last. 3S Expert: January Brandt – Coon Rapids Aesthetician
4 Essential Oils that Can Replace Your Coffee…Save Money and Your Waistline!
Did you know that the average American spends approximately $1,100 a year on coffee? Essential oils are a great way to naturally boost your energy level without hurting your wallet. Here are 4 essential oils that can help you kick-start your day: Black Pepper Dried Fruit Oil has motivating and energizing properties. Cedarwood Wood Oil works… Read more »
Pantone Color of the Year: Marsala
So long Radiant Orchid and hello Marsala! The 2015 Pantone Color of the Year was announced yesterday and we are thrilled by this year’s “naturally robust” shade inspired by “earthy red wine.” According to Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute, the color was chosen because it is a “subtly seductive shade, one… Read more »
How-To Look 10 Years Younger: Segment #3
We teamed up with a local television show, Twin Cities Live, to help three winners look 10 Years Younger! Doris was lucky winner #3! She is from Bloomington describes herself as happy soul. Although she is the oldest gal amongst her co-workers at 51, she feels like 15 inside, even when she’s wearing her “crazy”… Read more »
Q: I don’t have the time to wash and style my hair every day. Is there an alternative to the time-consuming styling?
A: You must be talking about the dreaded hat or headband day… been there, done that! Have you ever heard about dry shampoos? They are the hottest and most loved asset in the beauty tool box. Dry shampoos allow anyone to have lovely locks, regardless if it has been one, two or even three days… Read more »