Oct 2013 - Midwest Black Hair Magazine

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Issue 10

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Hawaiian Silky

She’ Nail Polish “Falling Into Fall” Collection

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Battle of the Bob Cuts:

Winner Natalie Johnson

iffney Cambridge “Marrying The Game” + Mother & Role Model + Philanthropist + Educator

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October 5, 2013 Royale Hair Parade Masquerade Ball Kansas City, MO https://www.facebook.com/ events/324389504358058/ October 10, 2013 Artopia Hair & Fashion Show Kansas City, MO

January More Info To Come

February More Info To Come

October 12, 2013 3rd Annual North West Ohio Natural Hair & Beauty Expo Toledo, OH TheNaturalExpo.com October 25-27, 2013 Oklahoma Natural Hair Expo Langston University, OKC www.ResilientSoul.com

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November 16, 2013 2nd Annual Earkandie! Extravaganza Kansas City, MO November 17, 2013 Best of the Best Cutting Competition Milwaukee, WI ABarbersDreamProduction.com

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December 1st, 2013 The 3rd Annual Best In The MidWest Hair Show Kansas City, MO https://www.facebook.com/ events/409782292475015/

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Tiffney Cambridge “Married To The Game” & More

hair 12 The Importance of Using Hair Conditioners

44 Battle of the Bob Cuts: Winner Natalie Johnson beauty 20 She’ Nail Polish

56 10 Fundamental Beauty Tips You May Not Realize But Should in the news 16 Drew Sidora: New Brand Ambassador for Hawaiian Silky

40 Fashion Show: Shabeba 51 Raw Artist: EarKandie!

6 Upcoming Events 9 Letter from the Editor

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To all the readers of MWBH Magazine: Welcome to Fall!!! We are proud to bring you guys another jam packed issue of style, beauty, and info! Our Conditioner Review will give you some insight on different hair conditioners so you will be prepared for those cold temps that are right around the corner! We also have a great interview with the lovely Tiffney Cambridge, as well as spotlighting out winner of the 2013 Battle of the Bob Cuts Contest! So sit back, relax, and enjoy!

We are constantly striving to perfect our magazine for our readers, and would love to hear from you. Please let us know if you have any feedback, suggestions, questions, or general comments that you would like to share with us.

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hair The Importance of Using Hair Conditioners By: Mia Kingsmill

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o you apply hair conditioner after shampooing your tresses? Or are you content to leave your locks alone after you have rinsed off the shampoo? Whether you're a guy or a gal or whether you've got short hair or long hair, it's very important that you use hair conditioner as part of your grooming routine. In fact, while it is recommended that you wash your hair with shampoo only once or twice a week, it is a must that you condition your hair daily.

The Functions of Hair Conditioners Why do you need to use hair conditioners, anyway? There are many reasons behind this, but to sum it up, conditioning your hair can make it softer, smoother and less prone to damage.

The main function of hair conditioning products is to coax the scales making up your strands' outer cuticle layer to

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lie flat against the shaft. This will instantly give your mane a smooth appearance.

Beyond the sake of appearance, it is quite vital to keep the scales of the cuticle layer to stay flat and aligned.

When these scales are lying just so, the moisture and nutrients that your tresses get from the hair care products you use are locked inside your strands. Moreover, it will be harder for heat and ultraviolet radiation to penetrate your hair shaft and do damage from within.

Another purpose that hair conditioners fulfill is to moisturize and nourish your strands. Your tresses require moisture to appear smooth as well as to feel soft to the touch.

They also need nutrients like protein, biotin, Vitamin E and Omega-3 fatty acids to stay healthy. Ask any hair expert and they'll say that healthy hair is beautiful hair.

How to Condition Your Hair It's not enough, though, to dab conditioner onto your tresses after every shower. Too little product won't be enough to deliver the benefits of

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hair conditioning to your tresses, while too much will make your hair flat and limp. A generous dollop of conditioner fitting the palm of your hand is usually enough.

As mentioned earlier, you need to condition your hair every day.

Massage that dollop of conditioner onto your scalp. Put a little bit on your ends as well. Leave it on for at least 15 minutes before rinsing your tresses.

If you're going to blow-dry your hair or use heat-based styling appliances like hair straighteners or hot rollers, you should apply leave-on conditioner first before doing so. The leave-on conditioner will protect your tresses from excessive heat exposure as well as give your strands the added moisture they need to withstand the heat.

At least once a week, you should also make it a point to deep condition your hair. You can visit your hairdresser for this, but if you can't afford weekly conditioning treatments, you can easily do this at home on your own. Massage the product onto your scalp and coat

your ends and tresses with it. Deep conditioning will replenish the nutrients your strands lost from exposure to heat and pollution as well as from daily wearing and tearing. For best results, use a deep conditioner with pure argan oil.

If you want to have beautiful hair, you really have to add hair conditioning to your grooming routine.

Regular hair conditioning will give you not just lovely-looking locks but also keep your tresses healthy.

As much as possible, use only high-quality conditioners that will provide maximum nourishment for your hair. Try out hair conditioners like KMS and Moroccanoil.

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in the news Hawaiian Silky Moroccan Argan Oil announces Drew Sidora as spokes model and brand ambassador for product line Hawaiian Silky Moroccan Argan Oil announces Drew Sidora as spokes model and brand ambassador for product line AFAM Concept Inc. the makers of Hawaiian Silky is proud to announce its newest brand extension Argan Oil ambassador/spokes model Drew Sidora. Sidora is an actress/singer/songwriter/community leader who has starred in TV BET's popular sitcom The Game, motion pictures: Wild Hogs (Martin Lawrence & Tim Robbins), Step Up (Channing Tatum), White Chicks (Shawn & Marlon Wayans) and the upcoming VH1 music biopic as Tionne 'T-Boz' Watkins the lead singer of 1990's girl group TLC which will be released later this year. She also has been the lead in hit music videos with R&B superstar Trey Songz & reggae artist Sean Paul. Drew will officially introduce herself as brand ambassador of the Hawaiian Silky Moroccan Argan Oil with a TV commercial which will launch in 3rd qtr. 2013 and print, transit and digital components will be added to this campaign.

Hawaiian Silky Moroccan Argan Oil has exceptionally high levels of antioxidant Vitamin E, sulfate and paraben free, high levels of essential fatty acids for intense conditioning & radiant shine and instantly absorbs into hair leaving it sleek, smooth & frizz free creating the Hydrating Sleek Difference.

Within the line, there are products like the Hydrating Sleek No Lye Conditioning Relaxer, Shampoo, Conditioner, Intense Repair Mask, Healing Oil Treatment, Shine Mist, Sleek Edge, Sheen Spray and the forthcoming Leave-In Moisturizer which appeals to women of all hair types who want a sleek look and lustrous shine. Hawaiian Silky Moroccan Argan Oil truly defines the secret to exotic beautiful hair that can be worn in many sleek styling options.

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"The excitement Drew Sidora brings to our target audience is phenomenal," explains Connie Curry Sr.VP of Sales & Marketing for AFAM Concept Inc. "She has been a user of the product prior to the endorsement. In addition, she adds an element of Hollywood glamour and stunning beauty from her impressive background in TV, film and music; it is evident she would become a natural fit & spokesperson for the brand." she adds.

Hawaiian Silky is available in select beauty supply stores including Sally's Beauty Supply and online at www.hawaiiansilkyusa.com "Having the opportunity to represent a product and brand I trust, I believe in and I already used on my own hair is both humbling and exciting." I am happy to be a part of the Hawaiian Silky Argan Oil family!" Drew describes.

"I am looking forward to a long and enriching journey with the Hawaiian Silky Argan team, I am proud and blessed to promote and act as brand ambassador for Hawaiian Silky Argan Oil, I love the way it makes my hair shine without the heaviness, I love the way it smells and I love how my hair is more healthier and stronger, it's a uniquely above standard product," she adds.

The Hawaiian Silky brand has received great feedback throughout the years from customers and bloggers who see the product as a necessity for the natural hair care community.

Actress, Drew Sidora also will be playing Tionne “T-Boz� Watkins in the upcoming TLC Biopic coming to VH1.

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Rashetta Miller, creator of She’ Nail Polish, received her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology at The College of New Rochelle and then didn’t know what to do with her life, but she knew she had to do something. The question remained what would that be? Owning her own business always came to mind, but the fear of starting her own business and failing began to take over her.

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“My addiction for nail polish grew from me purchasing one color of red polish at my job. I had purchased this red polish so it could match an outfit I was wearing on my birthday. From that day forward, I never wore clear polish again. My friends used to call me “plain Jane” . When it came to me wearing nail polish, I refused to step out of my comfort zone. I would only wear clear polish on my nails and color polish on my feet. Within a month, I went from purchasing one red polish to owning over 50 nail polishes. I fell in love with the way the polish looked on my hands and the fact that I finally stepped out of my comfort zone. And for once, my hands and feet both matched.”

The idea of wanting to start her own nail polish line came from having a conversation with a co-worker. As she was about to purchase more nail polish. The exact words to her were, “Why don’t you start your own line of nail polish”?

The co-worker’s words whispered throughout her head, then she asked herself, “Why not invest in something I enjoy buying”.

Who doesn’t wear nail polish in this day and age? Women, most men and children wear nail polish. Nail polish is like an accessory, you can mix and match your colors, go plain, add design, find colors to match your everyday mood, and it can be worn in any season.

So here she is today, investing in her dreams, her passion: She Nail Polish “colors that brighten up any mood’. “I am proud to say that I overcame my fears and pursued my dream. It wasn’t easy, but now I can share my passion with the world.”

Everyone of her nail polish colors has it’s own story line behind it that represent each color. She’ nail polish is affordable, it lasts long, it is of excellent quality and it doesn’t have the four chemicals ‘formaldehyde, toluene, camphor and dibutyl phathalate (DBP) which are harmful to humans. And most important, my product is not tested on animals.

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iffney Cambridge “Marrying The Game” + Mother & Role Model + Philanthropist + Educator

Tiffney Cambridge is a well known television personality – co-star of VH1’s hit reality series, “Marrying The Game.” A Los Angeles, CA native, born and raised in Inglewood, CA is also a schoolteacher of over 16 years. Tiffney is well educated, holding a Master’s degree in Multicultural Education, which she earned from the University Of Southern California. A few words to describe Tiffney are intelligent, well spoken and driven - a true go–getter who is not only attractive but also commands her respect in this male-driven world!

Midwest Black Hair Magazine had a chance to get to Tiffney a little better including why she loves teaching, how she makes her high profile family run smoothly, and even hair regins for her and her kids! Check it out!

Many of our readers know you from the VH1 Reality Show, "Marrying The Game", but tell us more of who Tiffany Cambridge really is.

Well you know I’m a mother, teacher, very good friend, daughter, and sister, a lot of good and positive relationships. I’m also the fiancé to a very high profile celebrity, and that is a part of me that you guys see, and on the show you do get to see more of my personality who I am as a woman and as a mother, I think it comes across well this season.

Will there be a season 3?

The viewers will have to talk to vh1 about that. Definitely something that I think the viewers are interested in, and will probably happen.

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There is a lot of buzz about the Brest Cancer PSA that recently aired on the VH1 website. Can you share what it feels like to raise awareness for this disease?

My mother too passed from breast cancer, I’ve had numerous people in my family who were affected by breast cancer. So I definitely wanted to participate in that program and really get that awareness out there about breast cancer and breast cancer awareness. Especially coming up on October which is breast cancer awareness month. I want woman to be knowledgeable about breast care, mammograms, early detection, and really look to take care of themselves. Because breast cancer is affecting younger women, African American women, and I just want to be part of a movement that encourages women to take care of themselves and be cautious.

We heard that you will be coming out with a new children's book series later this year. Can you tell us more about that?

I am still in the process of writing them, so we may have to wait until the first quarter of next year. But my new children’s book is based around a little girl that was in my class that lost her smile. And in the series this little girl turned out to school with a big beautiful smile on her face. But as she went through early childhood experience at school and early adolescence she lost it. And so she got it back and was reversed and reborn and able to live again and able to be happy.

What made you want to go into the education field? And what do you

love the most about it?

I love when kids get it. And you can inspire someone to want to learn, to motivate them, to care about education. I think that is what I’ve been blessed to be able to do. Kids are really inspired by me, they really like me as a person, they feel cared about and taken care of not only emotionally but physically as well. I have kids that come to me that’s been abused or they just want a hug, kids just want to feel that someone cares about them. I think I do that for them. So, it’s just a joy seeing their faces when they get a concept, or the fact that they can feel re-assured that they have a place to go and someone that cares about them. It’s just my way of giving back.

One thing I love about teaching really be able to share literature and books and I think that is my favorite subject to teach is reading.

I think that is why Cali and justice are probably really smart too because I read to them a lot when they were young, so they are able to pick up on words very well.

You are such an intelligent and driven woman, what other projects do you have going on right now or in the near future?

Well definitely want you to know about my children’s books. And I just wrapped up the show, which took us a lot of time. I’m back at work, supporting my breast cancer foundation, working with other foundations to get out breast cancer awareness, so my schedule is pretty full. Then I have Jayceon too that I’m trying to work out a situation with, so my plate is full I should say.

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When you have free time, what do you like to do?

Relax, I like to shop, I like to travel, I like to go eat, go to little lounges with my girlfriends, sometimes I like to just be by myself and be quiet and read, go to the spa, just hang out.

You look absolutely fabulous in every episode, from head to toe!

Describe your style.

Well everyday I’m kind of casual, funky casual, little everyday kind of clothes that I can really get around in well. From the day to day, I have 2 kids so I’m certainly not glammed up every day, but I still like to be cute and stylish. When I go out I glam it up a little bit more, I like to wear pretty dresses, and high heel shoes, It’s fun to get out, away from the kids sometimes, you know get cute and dolled up.

What is your favorite hairstyle?

My hairstylist Myisha Oliver is always good with coming up with styles for my hair. But I like to wear as a wet set with a loose curls, I like it straight, and I like to wear it natural were I wash it, condition it really good, put a good moisturizer in it and wear it kind of natural too.

What are your favorite hair products to use for yourself as well on your kids hair?

Well Cali and Justice, I just use Olive Oil on their hair. I put hot oil treatments on Cali’s hair, I even thought about trimming hers a little in. Justice, his dad does the hair care for him. He puts an oil on there just to keep his scalp conditioned. And for me, I actually have 2 stylist, Myisha Oliver, she’s my stylist that has my hair always fabu-

lous. Another stylist who really takes care of my hair and really conditions it well, she has a smoothie bar at her salon, and she mixes up a lot of raw ingredients. And she makes a hair smoothie and she puts that on my hair and lets that sit for about an hour and a half, and washes it out. She just makes your hair gorgeous.

So what she puts in there, she won’t tell you. I know its vitamins, I know its minerals, mashes and blends up bananas, and papayas, so it’s a little bit of everything.

You make being a working mom so easy. What is one word of advice that you can give to other working mothers?

Organized and be disciplined. Be able to follow a routine during the week with the kids so that everything runs smoothly. I almost have everything that the kids are going to need for the week, I try to get that done

by Sunday or Monday, so that it just flows better. I think you just have to be organized and have a schedule that the kids are on and stick to it. So that you can do what you need to do and still be able to maintain a good adult life.

How can our readers follow you? (Please list websites, social media sites, ect.)

FaceBook: facebook.com/TiffneyCambridgeOfficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/LoveTiffney Instagram: http://instagram.com/lovetiffney

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WALK 4 HEALTHY HAIR Save The Date:

Saturday, October 5, 2013 9:00 a.m.

Jean's Green is sponsoring the “First Annual” Walk 4 Healthy Hair We are seeking individuals, groups, churches, businesses, or corporations interested in making a contribution to the walk. Proceeds raised from this walk will go to The Jean's Green Foundation, “Sow Hope”, which was established to provide quality education and hands on techniques essential for healthy hair. Sow Hope works with not-for-profit organizations such as: Kansas Children Service League, Boys and Girls Club, Youthville, Urban League, and Kansas Adoption Agencies to educate parents and children that it doesn't matter the type, texture or the style you have or desire, the key to stylish hair is the healthy hair.

Registration Cost: Adults 18 – up Youth 6 – 17 Children 0 - 5

$20 $15 $5

Join us as we walk the scenic route of the Arkansas River.

2.5 mile walk of fun and fellowship!

Starting at The Favor Mall 2525 W. 13th St. N. Wichita KS Fruit and water will be provided. T-shirts are included as part of your registration fee. See you all there!

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in the news On Saturday, September 21st, it was an “ALL BLACK AFFAIR” event at the PopUp Art Gallery in Kansas City, Missouri. Guests came out to watch S. Nicole

by Shabeba McDonald Rodriguez, fashion designer showcase her men’s and women’s cocktail/evening wear collection. It was a fun filled night with live music by DJ Natty Rankz as the models RIP THE RUNWAY. Check out our exclusive interview with Shabeba McDonald Rodriguez and photos from her fashion show.

Interview Tell me about yourself. Where are you from and how long have you worked as a fashion designer?

I was born in Leavenworth, KS I grew up in Berlin, Germany and Atlanta, Georgia. I have been a fashion designer since the age of 15.

When was S. Nicole founded?

August 2011 What does fashion mean to you?

Fashion is an art that speaks in many languages it defines your sense of style highlighting your persona or characteristics.

How long does it take for you to design a piece of clothing and do you sketch your designs or construct them?

It takes me anywhere from 3 hours to 2 weeks to construct a design depending on the difficulty of the design esthetics.

I sketch sometimes, but being a draper only it’s pointless to sketch. One reason

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is how my eye views a design on a dressmaker dummy may not look appealing to me, so I re-construct it until I’m satisfied.

Where can our readers purchase S. Nicole?

My website is in the process of being re-built but you can always go to www.facebook.com/S.NicolebyShabeba or email me @ letstalkfashioninc@gmail.com Where can our readers find S. Nicole on social media networking and do you have a website?

Facebook https://www.facebook. com/#!/S.NicolebyShabeba Instagram @shabebanicole Twitter @snicoledesignz snicolebyshabeba.blogspot.com When can our readers expect to see a new collection from S. Nicole

by Shabeba and when is your next fashion show?

My next Fashion is my Birthday September 21st I will be showing my cocktail/evening wear collection at the Pop-Up Art Gallery in Kansas City, MO.

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Other Tips For Beautiful Lips Regardless of whether you're after that sexy look or a classy one, healthy lips will be an essential part of looking your best.

Using a lip conditioner to help keep them moist is one method which will help keep your lips looking fantastic. Below are 7 more tips for healthy, attractive lips.

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. Make sure it's natural. Keep in mind that whatever you put on your lips you are also eating. Because of this, it is important to pay attention to what the manufactures have put into the products you're using.

As much as possible, you should try to find products which are made out of natural ingredients.

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. Hydrate from the inside out. Drinking plenty of water isn't only good for your health, it keeps you lips hydrated from inside and keeps them healthy.

You want to consume several glasses of water a day, and eat fruits and vegetables which have high water content.

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. Don't bite or lick your lips. The main reason is because it can cause irritation and drying, but it can also smear your lipstick.

Another thing to avoid is putting fingers and pens by or in your mouth. Aside from the hygienic aspect, these things can smear your lipstick and get it onto your teeth.

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. Protect your lips. Wind and sun can damage your lips causing them to burn, dry out or chap.

Applying balm or lip conditioner helps keep them hydrated and guards them from the elements. If you enjoy a lot of time outdoors make sure whatever you are using has SPF 15 or higher to guard from sun damage.

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sustained throughout the day.

Sesame oil, Shea butter, or coconut oil are great natural options for moisturizing your lips through the night.

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. Make use of lip liner. Lip liner helps you look great in a couple of different ways. One way it can help you is by making your lips look plumper or slimmer. You do this by outlining your lips a little bit outside the border of your lips or a little bit inside depending on the look you are after. The second way lip liner helps is by keeping your color in place. An important thing to remember when choosing a lip liner is that it needs to be invisible after you put on your lipstick.

7. Use a little gloss. Lip gloss can add a whole different look and is a wonderful way to brighten up your mouth. It locks in moisture while helping your lips look larger and sexier. For that pouty appearance, dot a little lip gloss just in the center of your lips.

There you go, 7 strategies I hope you find useful for keeping your lips looking fresh and healthy.

You can learn more about having great lips at our site: Lip Conditioner. Be the envy of all your friends with fuller, sensual lips. Find out how at Lip Moisturizer.

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Seasons of Fall

Make Up The leaves are changing colors, and so should you! By using gold’s, greens, and browns you can accentuate every eye color.

Foundations can be switched from a BB Cream in the summer, to a regular foundation in the colder seasons. Djamila is wearing Mary Kay foundation that perfectly matches her skin color in the fall. Her eyes are brightened using gold and green eye shadows from e.l.f.

Photography | Wim van der Stelt (www.wimvanderstelt.com) Make up | Elise van der stelt (elisesandrina.blogspot.com) Styling | Lynne Forth (www.holland-amerikaline.com) Model | Djamila Monteiro, Miss Photogenic at the Miss Freedom of the World 2013 Pageant in Kosovo for Cabo Verde

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It is freezing outside, but don’t let that keep you from looking glamorous! By using grey and blue hues on your eyes, you can bring full attention to your lips by adding a fun color such as red. Red will bring out the warmth in your skin, and looks fabulous in the winter. Djamila is wearing Bourjois Paris #13 Cerise.

Summer is almost here, and it is time to go on vacation! When traveling, you want to make sure to keep your make-up lighter. You want to look just as good going into the plane, as you do exiting it.

Use a primer under your make up, this works as a magnet and keeps your foundation looking fresh longer. On Djamila, we used Mary Kay foundation primer.

Summer is here! When it is hot, we don’t want our make-up to feel too heavy, like our foundation is melting. This make up was applied using Maybelline New York’s BB Cream. BB Cream isn’t just a foundation; it fades blemishes and has SPF 30. It hydrates like a moisturizer and looks like a foundation. To liven things up, match your eye shadow or eyeliner to your

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Fundamental Beauty Tips You May Not Realize But Should Author: Cortez Roszell

Everybody wants to look their best. And the skin is the very first thing that people notice about you, so it must be cared for correctly. There are different skin types - dry, greasy, ordinary and combination. Each kind of skin requires special care. However, with the overload of info on beauty now, it is no wonder many of us are left in a state of confusion. Some are born gorgeous and the others develop to become beautiful. Looking healthy and desirable is everyone's dream, no matter generation. Because lifestyle and skincare bring a great deal to your looks, here's some advice to remember.

Your hair is Always protected by mane Protection. in sunlight. Hats or scarves are greatest, adopted by treatments containing sunblock. The suns rays break up the molecular structure of hair, which, unlike skin, doesnt seem to recover within a few weeks. Long hair can take years to renew.

The Hard Line. If your eye or lip pencil is too soft and crumbly it could be hard to achieve a strong line. Solve this by placing the pencil in the freezer for a couple minutes, then gently run a line on the rear of your hand to warm it up slightly. Now line your eyes or lips with an ideal stroke of colour. Susan Chyi - creator of Jelly Pong Pong Hydrate Thoroughly. Sometimes less is more. As minutes will be taken 10 by it or more to be consumed from skin before your face is ready for make-up don't slather your encounter with moisturizer. In an interview with Genuine Simple, the best way was said by Susan Evans, a dermatologist, to use face cream is to blend a dime - sized amount on your cheeks, nose, chin and brow rather of moisturizing greatly.

Where To Use Blusher. Be mindful where you use your blusher as it will hit the middle of your cheekbone. If it is any greater and too close

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to your eyes, it will make your eyes appear red and if you place it too low, it will make you look exhausted.. Stella attractiveness desk Brush Up Sweep a long - handled body brush. across your torso and limbs, pointing strokes towards the center. A brush helps our skin shed waste and toxins, as well as boosting blood circulation and the lymphatic system. This, consequently, enhances skin tone and helps the immunity system.

Twirl Your Wand. To prevent your mascara from drying out its finest as air will be pushed by this to the tube, not to pump the wand up and down. Instead, dip and twirl the wand to coat it with item - youll have enough to protect your lashes, and your mascara lasts a great deal longer.

Lighten Hair With Chamomile Tea And Lemon Juice. In an interview with Reader's Digest, Popie Poulos, hairstylist and owner of The Salon, recommends rinsing your hair with a combination of chamomile and refreshing lemon juice instead of conditioner to completely lighten your tresses. Let your hair to dry

while sitting in the sun or use a blow dryer - - - your locks will be lightened by the heat.

Back-Combing. To back-comb hair properly, you have to put your brush at the top back of each area you lift. Then gradually but firmly brush down three times. Any other way can harm the hair.

Tulsi leaves skin tone. Make a paste of tulsi(besil) leaves. Grind the leaves to express the juice and add lime juice to it. Frequently massage your face and neck region with this paste for 10 minutes for 15 days.

The skin tone will improve shortly.

Line Lip Area in Three Important Places. Backstage at Emilio Pucci in Milan, MAC makeup artist Lisa Butler taught us a easy and fast way to master the shape of the mouth.

Using a pencil that's somewhat darker than your flesh tone, contour the lips by drawing a line right at the bottom center of the lip and in both corners, and then outline the V of the Cupid's bow. Blend very lightly before patting clear lip balm on best.If you'd like additional information and tips on beauty techniques click on the link.

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