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Spring Is Beautiful: Don’t Let Allergies Make You Feel Like You Aren’t

   Skin Care  Mar 27, 2017  Comments Off on Spring Is Beautiful: Don’t Let Allergies Make You Feel Like You Aren’t
Spring Is Beautiful: Don’t Let Allergies Make You Feel Like You Aren’t

Millions of people struggle with seasonal allergies, and in the spring, allergies can be particularly daunting. The clouds fade, the sun emerges, the flowers are in full bloom – spring is a lovely time, but you, you are a sneezing mess. Your eyes are watering and you can’t get too far from facial tissue. Spring allergies can throw off the moisture balance of your skin and scratch the surface of your skin leading to an itchy, dry, flaky and red skin. Here are some skin care tips to help you to address and avoid allergy face:

1) Reduce red skin

When you repeatedly use facial tissue, you can end up with dry, flaky skin. To combat this red affliction, use a moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated. You can also apply a green concealer to help hide the redness.

2) Focus on your eyes

Use a dark eyeliner on the line of your upper lashes to define the lash line. Highlighting your eyes will make them appear wider and not as red which can help with allergy face.

3) Counteract puffiness

Avoid straight hair; try wavy or curly hair instead. A wavy look draws attention away from a puffy face. Counteracting a puffy face with a wavy hairstyle can help to distract from your allergies.

4) Keep hair out of your face

Hair and hair products can frequently trap allergens. If your hair is on or near your face, it can contribute to your problems with allergies. Pull your hair back to avoid additional allergy issues.

5) Highlight your face

Contouring your face when it is puffy from allergies can help to reduce the appearance of a puffy face. Utilize a highlighter to minimize areas of concern and better define your cheekbones.

6) Keep it simple

Sometimes when you are dealing with allergies, you just need to give your face a break from cosmetics.

7) Stay cool

Use aloe vera or a cooling mask. This can relax and soothe you, and also reduce eye swelling..

Spring allergies may not be preventable, but you can manage them and your skin care while you attempt to get them into control. Everyone’s skin handles allergens differently so it is important to get an individualized assessment. Speak with your skin care professional to help you to determine the best skin care options for you.

5 Makeup Tips For Eyelash Extensions

   Eyelash Extensions  Mar 20, 2017  Comments Off on 5 Makeup Tips For Eyelash Extensions
5 Makeup Tips For Eyelash Extensions

Your eyelashes look amazing with your new eyelash extensions, but your eye makeup – not so much. You need makeup that complements your look. In addition, using the wrong makeup with extensions can result in fallout or damage – meaning your extensions may be gone much sooner than the six weeks you expected them to last. Here are 5 makeup tips for eyelash extensions:

1) Eyeliner

Eyeliner helps your eyes to stand out. When you place liner, do so at the right side of the eyelash line. Keep the line thin for a more natural look, and thicker for a more contemporary one.

You should avoid pencil eyeliner. Using a pencil eyeliner on the line of your eyelashes while you have extensions on, can cause tangles and lash fallout. You may think that cream eyeliners or a gel liner is a good alternative, but you will just end up with residue on your lashes. Waterproof liquid eyeliner is another type to avoid as it requires a more vigorous removal process that can damage your false eyelashes.

Instead of the above, try a cake eyeliner. A cake liner is simple to use and offers long-lasting color. It works smoothly against your eyelash line and will stay all day. An additional option is a liquid eyeliner (non-waterproof) than can be contoured to accentuate the eyelid and the lashes.

2) Mascara

You probably use mascara daily without eyelash extensions, and you can use some kinds with them, but avoid tubing mascara. Tubing mascara is the formula that is removable without a special makeup remover. Unfortunately, this formula does not work well with false lashes. Need an alternative? Try an Amazonian clay and rice wax mascara. It adheres to individual eyelashes and prevents lash loss.

3) Highlight

Highlight your cheekbones with blush or bronzer to create a focal point to your eyes and lashes. You can also set a tone that highlights your lashes with a strong lip color.

4) Makeup remover

Makeup removers that are oil-based are great for removing eye makeup, but it works so well that it can remove your eyelash extensions too! Rather than oil-based remover, opt for a oil-free eye makeup remover that is gentle on the skin. That’s the best bet for ensuring your lashes stick with you.

5) Skin care

The best thing you can do to enhance and protect false eyelashes, is to take great care of your skin. Use a daily skincare regimen to protect all areas of your face – especially the easily irritated skin around your eyes. Cleanse your face and gently remove eye makeup.

Using the appropriate makeup will prevent damage and allows your false eyelashes to last longer. Above all, know that it is possible to have excellent products that are gentle on your skin and look great.

Reduce The Appearance Of Scars

   Skin Care  Mar 16, 2017  Comments Off on Reduce The Appearance Of Scars
Reduce The Appearance Of Scars

Nearly everyone has a scar of some kind. Some scars result from acne, others from childhood injuries, and some scars from are left behind from surgery. The appearance of scars can make you self-conscious – that’s why we often take great effort to reduce their appearance on our skin. Of course you can hide your scars with makeup or accessories like scarves, but there are some ways to reduce scars also. Here are eight ways to diminish the appearance of scars:

1) Practice proper wound care

Prevention is the best remedy when it comes to scars. When you have an open wound, ensure it is clean and free of debris, that it is appropriately sealed, stitched and covered, and don’t pick at it. Picking a scab can open the wound again and may result in a scar you wouldn’t have had or a larger scar.

2) Protect your skin

One of the most important staples of skin care is ensuring you protect it from sun exposure. Always cover your skin and scars with appropriate SPF sunscreen to avoid significant changes in pigment as your scar heals.

3) Avoid harsh chemicals

Use products and skin care methods that are gentle. Harsh chemicals can damage scars and other areas of your skin.

4) Moisturize the scar

Adding cold, natural oils like lavender, olive, coconut and almond regularly can help to fade scars over time. Frequent application of shea butter can also help to reduce scarring. Apply the moisturizing remedy of your choice three times daily.

5) Exfoliate it – with care

Exfoliants like a paste of baking soda and water can be used as a mask to limit scarring. Apply the mixture several times per week.

6) Lighten your scar

Use aloe vera for 30 minutes as a mask to act as a bleaching agent to reduce the appearance of scarring a few times per week. Applying lemon juice twice per day is another option to help with lightening scars – though it is not recommended for sensitive skin.

7) Get your nutrients

Ensure that your diet is rich in nutrients or supplemented with vitamins. Vitamins A, B-2 and C are helpful to reduce blemishes and prevent scars.

8) Remain patient

Above all, patience is key. Healing take times, as do efforts to reduce scarring. Other than wound treatment, make sure you wait until your injury is completely healed before applying any scar reducing remedies.

Need help with reducing scars? Contact us to speak with an experienced skin care professional.