Top Five Obsessions for the Week of January 25, 2014

 

 

Welcome to the first installment of my weekly obsessions.  I will share with you the things I think are a big deal right now.  Products, styles, health info and more.  As always, I welcome your input on things that you think should be included.  Be sure to email me your thoughts, questions and comments.

1. Maybelline Mega Plush Mascara. 
     I absolutely love this mascara.  It has 40% less wax than other mascaras.  It plumps up your volume, yet leaves your lashes soft and flexible.  The flexibility also means that it doesn't flake.  I love to use this one on brides.  It is my favorite. 


2. Bright Lips.
     Nothing says beautiful like a woman wearing a great lipstick.  Pick a color that speaks to you, maybe even one that you wouldn't usually wear, and smooth it on with confidence.  My trick to making it last is to layer, layer, layer.  First line lips with either a nude liner, or a matching color, to the whole lip.  Then apply lip color to cover.  Use a single ply of two ply bathroom tissue, and place it over your lips.  Blot the top of the tissue with powder.  Remove the tissue and apply lip color again.  The only thing left to do is to wear it with confidence, the ultimate beauty tool. 

3.  Black and White Graphic Prints.
     This year is going to be all about the black and white graphic print.  Graphic prints were all the rage at the Spring/Summer fashion shows.  I personally LOVE the bold, crisp contrast of black and white.  Time for a shopping trip!!

4.  Button Neck Scarves.
     Totally gorgeous (and available in the salon).  These scarves have it all.  Warm, cozy, insanely stylish.  Check out this one from Esty... beautiful.

5.  Mixed Hair Textures
     Sleek your hair back into a sleek ponytail, and crimp the ends.  Wear your bangs straight, and curl the rest.  Put a few crimped pieces in to break up your texture.  Express yourself, and wear it
proudly.

I can see you now, strutting your stuff, walking down the street in your black and white button neck scarf , your gorgeous hair with mixed texture, gorgeous red lips, and super soft and sexy lashes.  You are gorgeous!