Tip: I suggest letting each layer dry for at least 20 minutes before adding the next and waiting several hours before applying top coat!
Thursday, July 18, 2013
A Nail Art Look even YOU can do!
Check out Essie's Nail Art Step-by-step that was featured on Facebook today, its super simple
Tip: I suggest letting each layer dry for at least 20 minutes before adding the next and waiting several hours before applying top coat!
Tip: I suggest letting each layer dry for at least 20 minutes before adding the next and waiting several hours before applying top coat!
Link to Today's Bridge Street Segment
I hope you could catch the segment live, but if not, here is how to watch it!
click on this link
http://www.9wsyr.com/content/bridge_street/default.aspx
Scroll down tot Show Highlights
On the right hand side pick the video "Treating Blemishes" 7-18-13
Enjoy!
click on this link
http://www.9wsyr.com/content/bridge_street/default.aspx
Scroll down tot Show Highlights
On the right hand side pick the video "Treating Blemishes" 7-18-13
Enjoy!
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| Rosa & Caroline Talking Blemish Treatments |
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Treating Acne on Mature Skin
Oh acne, how I hate you, let me count the ways....red dot one, red dot two...urgh! Did you know that 3/4 of women suffer from ance breakouts?!
Acne is so frustrating, but to treat it, we first have to understand why we get acne. The basics: acne is caused when oil secrets from glands and needs to come out of pores, which also share a home with hair follicles. Hair and dead skin trap that oil and it causes breakouts! YUCK!
Whether they are in the form of blackheads or blemishes, both of them aren't fun! What can you do to fight these breakouts? Well, they are nearly always a bacteria infection, so dermatologist suggest you treat them as such. There are over-the-counter (OTC) treatments that work, as well as prescription meds that your dermatologist can recommend for persistent acne. But for hormonal and occasional breakouts, here is how you can fight them!
Benzoyl Peroxide - this 5% topical treatment is good for established blemishes, not blackheads. It kills the bacteria that resides in a blemish and can help reduce the duration and severity of the blemish. Apply directly to the blemish (and not in widespread areas) at least once per day
TIP: most products sold in the isles of grocery stores and drug stores are going to be 2.5%, talk to the pharmacist at the counter about getting a 5% solution!
Salicylic Acid - this ingredient is totally going to be your anti-breakout bestie! This acid (originally naturally derived from willow bark, so its available in organic and all natural forms!) actually dissolves pore clogging backup, so its best used ALL over and DAILY. This is a common ingredient, even sometimes found in makeup! I prefer using it in face/body wash and then in only one lotion-based product, like moisturizer. If you overload on it, it can cause dry flaky skin. I really like these products:
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Line (the grapefruit based one smells great!)
Vichy Normaderm Acne Solutions Moisturizer (Ulta)
Sulfur - yes, sulfur! That smelly stuff has been used for centuries to dry out and de-clog pores! This solid yellow substance is ground up fine into powder makeup
and can be dabbed onto affected areas to instantly reduce redness & swelling!
I am a fan of Mario Baduscu's Sulfur Powder (Ulta, Sephora)
apply with a concealer brush for more precise application. Leave the area powdery, it will absorb within 20 minutes.
Additional Tips for Preventing Acne Breakouts:
1. Don't over wash face, but wash at least 2x per day
2. Don't touch skin with hands constantly, if you do need to touch your face, wash hands with anti-bacterial soap first
3. Keep your cell phone away from your face, a blue tooth will be your best defense in keeping that bacteria ridden (and warm! ew!) screen from clogging up cheek and chin areas
4. Wear sunscreen, especially if you're doing any of the treatments above - because acne treatments make us burn easier. Also, burned skin is more susceptible to bacteria growth
5. Wear oil-free cosmetics, they will clog pores less
6. Exfoliate skin regularly, including chest and back to break up pore clogging oil
7. Lastly, avoid this:
it spreads bacteria, causes swelling and scars! YUCK! If you must pop, use sterile qtips!
Acne is so frustrating, but to treat it, we first have to understand why we get acne. The basics: acne is caused when oil secrets from glands and needs to come out of pores, which also share a home with hair follicles. Hair and dead skin trap that oil and it causes breakouts! YUCK!
Whether they are in the form of blackheads or blemishes, both of them aren't fun! What can you do to fight these breakouts? Well, they are nearly always a bacteria infection, so dermatologist suggest you treat them as such. There are over-the-counter (OTC) treatments that work, as well as prescription meds that your dermatologist can recommend for persistent acne. But for hormonal and occasional breakouts, here is how you can fight them!
Benzoyl Peroxide - this 5% topical treatment is good for established blemishes, not blackheads. It kills the bacteria that resides in a blemish and can help reduce the duration and severity of the blemish. Apply directly to the blemish (and not in widespread areas) at least once per day
TIP: most products sold in the isles of grocery stores and drug stores are going to be 2.5%, talk to the pharmacist at the counter about getting a 5% solution!
Salicylic Acid - this ingredient is totally going to be your anti-breakout bestie! This acid (originally naturally derived from willow bark, so its available in organic and all natural forms!) actually dissolves pore clogging backup, so its best used ALL over and DAILY. This is a common ingredient, even sometimes found in makeup! I prefer using it in face/body wash and then in only one lotion-based product, like moisturizer. If you overload on it, it can cause dry flaky skin. I really like these products:
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Line (the grapefruit based one smells great!)
Vichy Normaderm Acne Solutions Moisturizer (Ulta)
Sulfur - yes, sulfur! That smelly stuff has been used for centuries to dry out and de-clog pores! This solid yellow substance is ground up fine into powder makeup
and can be dabbed onto affected areas to instantly reduce redness & swelling!
I am a fan of Mario Baduscu's Sulfur Powder (Ulta, Sephora)
apply with a concealer brush for more precise application. Leave the area powdery, it will absorb within 20 minutes.
Additional Tips for Preventing Acne Breakouts:
1. Don't over wash face, but wash at least 2x per day
2. Don't touch skin with hands constantly, if you do need to touch your face, wash hands with anti-bacterial soap first
3. Keep your cell phone away from your face, a blue tooth will be your best defense in keeping that bacteria ridden (and warm! ew!) screen from clogging up cheek and chin areas
4. Wear sunscreen, especially if you're doing any of the treatments above - because acne treatments make us burn easier. Also, burned skin is more susceptible to bacteria growth
5. Wear oil-free cosmetics, they will clog pores less
6. Exfoliate skin regularly, including chest and back to break up pore clogging oil
7. Lastly, avoid this:
it spreads bacteria, causes swelling and scars! YUCK! If you must pop, use sterile qtips!
Monday, July 15, 2013
Inspiration: Mermaids!
I saw my friend Natalia over the weekend, and the girl swears she is a Mermaid - and it randomly inspired me to check out some Mermaid Makeup! Enjoy!
Friday, July 12, 2013
Loving all these Wedding Appointments!
I love all these Brides contacting me and booking appointments! I LOVE doing makeup and making women feel amazing, so thank you for contacting me and if you have a special event coming up, you should book with me asap!
I come to you! (I also have 2 locations I can work out of, one in Syracuse and one in Baldwinsville)
I apply long wear lash extensions! they make your eyes pop and can be natural or bold!
The Makeup is water resistant/sweat proof and long wearing!
I listen to you to get you the look you want, and I also make suggestions for how to look your best!
Hope to hear from you today!
I come to you! (I also have 2 locations I can work out of, one in Syracuse and one in Baldwinsville)
I apply long wear lash extensions! they make your eyes pop and can be natural or bold!
The Makeup is water resistant/sweat proof and long wearing!
I listen to you to get you the look you want, and I also make suggestions for how to look your best!
Hope to hear from you today!
Loving Demi Lovato's Mani!
Demi Lovato stepped out in this mani yesterday in Hollywood and it was so cute I had to grab this photo of Hollywood.com to share with you!
Two Tone Eyes
I've really been captivated by ombre since it became super popular last year, especially for the eyes...
Some Ombre Eyeliner Inspiration:
Fading your eyeliner from light to dark is not as complicated as you might think, you really only need two colors (three is tricky - I did it last weekend with aqua, cobalt and navy) and I recommend a white liner for the bottom waterline to whiten eyes, which makes the lighter color stand out.
Start with the lighter shade, then when you apply the darker shade, start from the outside and work your way in with light strokes, then use an eyeliner brush to blend the colors where they meet. If you're using liquid liner, blend the liquid into the lash line where the colors meet so the start/stop point isn't so obvious.
Ombre Eyeliner is super cool, no doubt, but the newest trend now is 'Two Tone" Eyes, where two colors are blended or placed tom and bottom on the eyelids to add drama
Two Tone Eye Inspiration:
You get the best effect by smudging an opposite, but complimentary, color on the bottom lash line to create this look.
Grab some Urban Decay 24/7 Liners ($19 at Ulta and Sephora) to start creating these looks
Some Ombre Eyeliner Inspiration:
Start with the lighter shade, then when you apply the darker shade, start from the outside and work your way in with light strokes, then use an eyeliner brush to blend the colors where they meet. If you're using liquid liner, blend the liquid into the lash line where the colors meet so the start/stop point isn't so obvious.
Ombre Eyeliner is super cool, no doubt, but the newest trend now is 'Two Tone" Eyes, where two colors are blended or placed tom and bottom on the eyelids to add drama
Two Tone Eye Inspiration:
Grab some Urban Decay 24/7 Liners ($19 at Ulta and Sephora) to start creating these looks
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