How-to: Winged Eyeliner Guest Post by Alyssa

Winged eyeliner has been a huge trend since the 1950’s. I personally love to wear winged eyeliner because it opens up my eyes and it also adds more definition.

I love that saying "If a woman's hand is steady enough to put on winged eyeliner, then it's steady enough to stab you in the heart.” It’s true!!!

Here’s how I do my eyeliner:

Step 1: Begin by drawing a thin, diagonal line from the outer corner of the eye going out. This will give an idea of how dramatic you want your eyeliner. The longer the line, the more dramatic.

Step 2: Slightly move your brush down from the top of the line, and connect it going inwards to your lash line. Don’t worry too much about this being perfect.

Step 3: Draw a line from the inner corner all the way to the edge of the line we drew before. Take your time and rest your elbow on a flat surface. If you’re a beginner you can try drawing small dots and then connecting them together.

Step 4: Fill the remaining part of the eyeliner, and go over any sparse areas. It also helps if you look straight into a mirror.

Step 5: Clean up any excess eyeliner with a cotton swab dipped in a little makeup remover.

Step 6: Curl your lashes, add mascara and you’re good to go!

Remember that practice makes perfect! 
It took me a long time to perfect my eyeliner, and I’m still learning!

Do you prefer a dramatic wing or a small wing? 
What eyeliner do you use? 
Let me know in the comments!


Let's Talk: Eye creams?

How do you feel about anti-aging skincare? 
I'll admit I don't use it as much as I should. I am blessed to look much younger than my age. 
Plus I have good genes from my parents..but going down the line who knows what's in-store for me. 

Right now one of my favorites is the philosophy miracle worker which is a anti-aging cleanser and mask that has lactic acid (read about it here) and all that good stuff for my skin. 

One thing I know I should be adding to my regimen is eye cream. 
I have small little laugh lines but who knows how deep they can get in the next few years. 
Maybe it's me.. but I just like to keep my skin care regiment short and quick.

Right now I'm going TRY to add something new. 
Kosmea has a product called Apple of my eye cream ($49.99 CAN) that looked interesting.

Kosmea Apple of My Eye Cream is a super-active eye cream, formulated with PhytoCellTec™ and powerful natural actives to leave the skin feeling refreshed, brighter and younger looking.
One of the reasons why I think that I'll be more inclined to use it is because it's a pump with an applicator which means it should be a pretty quick application. 


Questions: Do you wear eye cream?  
Do you apply it before or after your moisturizer also do you serums? 
Let me know in the comment section below.


Summer time prep: Legs Edition

Okay ladies the hibernation period is over!
I do have a question for you.. Do you wax or shave?

I know that there are other methods to remove hair but the two most popular ones are waxing or shaving. Both of them have their pros and cons.

 If I'm crunched on time I would definitely go with shaving but if I'm going 
somewhere for prolonged time like a beach vacation- I would definitely wax.

Here two new products that are coming out that you might find of interest:
Gillette Venus Snap with Embrace Razor $15.99 CAN
Venus Embrace's five curve-hugging blades help you shave close and a water-activated ribbon of moisture provides for a smooth glide.
I love how compact it is! It can fit in your make up bag or travel case. I should also add I love the fact that it comes in its own protective case. I once carelessly packed a razor in my suitcase and it broke when I got to my destination. An item like this is very handy and effective. Plus all Venus cartridges fit all Venus razor handles.
Nair Candy Apple Sugar Wax $16.99 CAN

Developed by #1 leading brand in sugar wax, this moisturizing and 99% naturally sourced formula with apple & sugar cane extract leaves your skin feeling smooth for results that last up to 4 weeks. 

This wax is a microwavable wax that kinda smells like candy apple. Definitely a much better scent than regular waxes. It also comes with a stick for application and strips for removal. I think one of my favourite things about this wax is that it's rinsable. If you apply the wax and some for some reason you freak out and you decide I can't do it.. take some water and wash it off.

Would you be interested in trying any these products?


Get Ready: Moroccanoil Body Products

Do you have a favourite night out scent?
For me it depends on the occasion/mood.

Some favourites that I have been gravitating towards lately is the body products from Moroccanoil.
  I should add this would be a good bridal scent as well.


 I also think these products are unisex and can enjoyed by both men & women. 
Check out some items on my radar right now: 
Moroccanoil Hand Cream $28.00 CAN
This smells divine! 
It's a blend of the Mediterranean: Flowers, Orange Blossom, Lemon & Musk.
Treat hands to an instantly pampering experience. Moroccanoil® Hand Cream is a luxurious, concentrated cream made with the natural gifts of argan and avocado oils along with cocoa, shea and mango butters to repair dry hands. Its weightless formula absorbs quickly to protect hands and leave them soft and supple. Delicately fragranced with an orange blossom scent. Paraben-free.

Moroccanoil® Cleansing Bar $10.00 CAN
This bar lathers up beautifully. 
I love to combine it with the Moroccanoil Body Shower Gel.
Gentle and effective cleansing for skin that needs pampering. Moroccanoil® Cleansing Bar is a mild body bar that combines antioxidant-rich argan oil and shea butter to moisturize as it cleanses. Delicately fragranced with the signature Moroccanoil scent. Paraben-free.
Moroccanoil Body Shower Gel $26.00 US
Moroccanoil Body Shower Gel doesn't irritate my sensitive skin. 
It lather well and smells amazing!

Nourishing, nurturing and instantly revitalizing, this highly concentrated yet gentle formula hydrates as it cleanses, infusing skin with the antioxidant benefits of argan oil. An aromatic shower experience highlighted by the refreshing signature Moroccanoil scent; it restores skin's optimal moisture balance, while improving elasticity, texture, and tone.

Shop the rest of the goodies in the Moroccanoil Body line:

SEPHORA+PANTONE UNIVERSE Collection

The official Pantone color of the year for 2014 is Radiant Orchid. 
It's a gorgeous shade of purple with hues of a fuchsia and pink undertone.

This color looks amazing on everyone. 
Doesn't matter if you have a cool or warm skin tone. 

Sephora has a Radiant Orchid collection!

It's modern and it's feminine and they have everything for lips, cheeks, blush and Nails.

SEPHORA+PANTONE UNIVERSE
Rush Luster Cheek Sweep $31.00 CAN
Workable shades for light & dark skin.
Colours:
- Blush in Radiant Orchid
- Luminizer in Bridal Rose
- Luminizer in Spanish Villa


SEPHORA+PANTONE UNIVERSE
Color Gaze Brush Set $82.00 CAN
Strudy brushes in my favourite colour!
Contains:
- Stand up cosmetic case in Radiant Orchid
- Angled blush brush
- Flat-top foundation brush
- Small domed powder brush
- Large shadow brush
- Crease smudge brush
- Flat liner brush


SEPHORA+PANTONE UNIVERSE
Venus Lure Lip Balm $19.00 CAN
Soft lips instantly!
Be gentle with this balm- it's soft.
This cooling, lip-plumping balm provides a natural-looking shine and tone. It is infused with lip treatments including hyaluronic acid to support natural collagen and make lips appear firmer and more defined. 

Check out some goodies from the line:



My Top 6 Favourite Lip Liners (Guest Post)

Lip liners are great products to own in your makeup collection. They help increase the longevity of your lipstick, as well as prevent it from bleeding or feathering out.

Left to right: MAC Spice, and Essence Honey Bun
Let’s first start out with nude colours. The two that I’ve chosen can go on a wide range of skin tones. All MAC lip liners have very high pigmentation and don’t budge. MAC Spice lip liner is a gorgeous warm brown that can be worn with tons of lip combinations.
Looks best with: MAC Velvet Teddy, Maybelline Nude Lust, Revlon Mauve it Over, or any clear gloss!
Quick tip! Do you find your MAC liners running out too quickly? Try using the MAC sharpener. It’s especially made for their products and doesn’t sharpen as much of the product off.
Essence lip liners are also great. They are really affordable and also have a good collection of nude colours for every skin tone. You can find them for less that $2 at the drugstore. I love this one in Honey Bun. It’s very pigmented and creamy.
Looks best with: Smashbox Chai, Maybelline Truffle Tease, and Revlon Colorburst in Soft Nude.


Left to right: MAC Beet, and NYX Purple Rain
MAC Beet lip liner came out in the Marilyn Monroe collection back in December 2012. It’s a right between a purple and a red, and is my go-to liner for fall. A dupe would be Rimmel Cherry Kiss lip liner.
Looks best with: Nars Scarlet Empress, MAC Rebel, Wet n’ Wild Sugar Plum Fairy or even just clear lip gloss!
NYX Purple Rain is a must have colour for me. It’s a beautiful cool toned purple with a non-drying finish. NYX has a very wide range of lip liners, and are known for their dupes to MAC products. They all last very long and are so creamy!
Looks best with: Covergirl Divine, OCC Hoochie, and Maybelline Hot Plum.



Left to right: NYX Dark Red, and Milani Fuchsia
NYX retractable lip liner in Dark Red is my go-to red liner. It goes with almost all my red lipsticks! Unlike many lip liners, this does not have much of a matte finish; it’s a bit more glossy. I like to outline the outer part of my lip with this colour and go in with a lighter red to create and ombre effect.
Looks best with: MAC Russian Red, Revlon Cherries in the Snow, and Revlon Colorburst Red Velvet.

And lastly, Milani Fuchsia is a cotton candy pink with purple undertones. Depending on how many layers you apply, the colour gets richer and richer. This also looks great with so many different lipsticks! I love it for summer.
Looks best with: MAC Candy Yum Yum, MAC Flat Out Fabulous, or Maybelline Vivid Rose.

What lip liners have you been loving? 
Let me know in the comments!


Spa Week by WaySpa.com is back!

How high is your stress level right now?
Would you be interested in a affordable trip to the spa?

Guess what?
Spa Week by WaySpa.com is returning to Canada from April 21-27!

Over 100 spas will be participating.
You can experience a spa package for just $50!
Book here: www.WaySpa.com/spaweek

Yes only $50.
Treatments ranging from facials to pedicures are available in your surrounding areas.

Interested?
Here is how to book your SpaWeek treatment!
  1. Choose your province
  2. Purchase your Spa Week Voucher
  3. Pick your $50 spa treatments
  4. Book your appointment

Have fun!