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Fifty insane facts about hair!

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Hello everyone! Many people believe that today�s society is obsessed with hair .  I think it's fair to say that humans have been obsessed with hair for a very long time!  Did you know that d uring the Renaissance , it was fashionable for woman to pluck their hairline  to give them a higher forehead ?  Or that a  man spends  the equivalent of 5 months shaving in his lifetime? Luckily for you, this infographic lists some interesting facts about hair, including facts about: hair biology , hair colour , hair beauty and hair history . source I hope you enjoyed these 50 insane facts about hair.  Which fact/s surprised you the most?  Let me know in the comments section! 

A guide to make-up brushes: Which ones to use and when

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Hello everyone! Trying to pick out the right make-up brush can be intimidating.   With so many options,  and little explanation,  you can feel  pretty overwhelmed.   This is completely  understandable , not many people really know what each brush is actually for.   Sometimes, you come across two brushes that seemingly look the same, but are not quite identical. With all the different types of brushes and brands out there,  The Salon Outlet  thought it would be great to have a visual breakdown to the basics!   They  created a list of the basic brushes you need in your arsenal to perfect a flawless look .  The picture below shows which brush is for what and why it is ideal for the cheeks, eye-shadows, blending, lining, etc. All brushes are available for purchase  here . Make-up Brush  Guide : THE EYES Eye Shadow Brush   -  Basic eye-shadow brush used to apply colour on lid or brow-bone. Angled Eye Shadow Brush  - Use to apply and blend eye-shadow along the crease.

Fruit Acid 15% Gel Peel Review

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Hello everyone! I was given the opportunity to try out the Fruit Acid 15% Gel Peel Enhanced with Kojic   Acid by Refresh Skin Therapy.  In this post I will tell you everything you need to know about the product and I'll also share my experience and photos of my results so far.  So let's get  started ... Product description: Fruit Acid 15% Gel Peel  Enhanced with Kojic Acid - 1 fl oz / 30 ml A Professional At-Home Alpha Hydroxy (AHA) Chemical Peel of Glycolic, Lactic, and Pyruvic Acids. Ideal for age spots, dry dull skin, freckles, sun spots, increasing skin radiance and luminosity, acne scars, skin lightening, post inflammatory hyper-pigmentation, melasma, reducing wrinkles and fine lines. Enhanced with Kojic acid, a natural skin brightener / skin lightener with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, naturally used in the making of Sake, Japanese rice wine.   Kojic Acid fades dark spots and inhibits melanin production, a safe and natural alternative to hydroquinone.

Nails Of The Day (NOTD): A hint of love

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Hello everyone! Today's post is a nails of the day ; I haven't done a NOTD post in months!   This is what I'm wearing on my nails today...   I applied two coats of essence colour & go in 169 - a hint of love .   I forgot to apply a layer of top coat before I took the photos. The colour & go range has a gel-shine finish and an extremely short drying time.  The "quick & easy" brush is flat for an easy even application.  The colour-coded cap corresponds to the nail polish colour.   I  absolutely  love this nail polish; it's a perfect colour for the coming festive season . Have a great weekend!

Taylor's Wonderland eyebrows

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Hello everyone! Have you seen the latest   Wonderland   cover yet?  Everyone is talking about Taylor's eyebrows.  She went for a totally different look on the cover of  Wonderland   magazine (Nov-Dec issue) , rocking darker, bolder brows.  It�s kind of amazing how eyebrows can change a person�s entire appearance.  Sure, Taylor's skin looks way tanner than her natural fair skin-tone but, it�s really her dark, bold brows that completely transform her face.   Overall, it�s a big change for Taylor, who usually has fair eyebrows, like she sported on the cover of  British Vogue  magazine (November issue) .   What do you think of Taylor Swift�s look?  Are you a fan?   I just LOVE bold brows.   Share your thoughts below!  

FOTD: An autumn look

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Hello everyone! My first  Face Of The Day  ( FOTD ) post was my current   everyday make-up look .    Today's  FOTD is an autumn make-up look.    Here's a list of  everything  I used: Face -  Kost Make-up Face & Eyes Primer Max Factor Lasting Performance Foundation in 101 Ivory Beige The Body Shop  Concealer Pencil in 01 Yesensy Blusher in 07 DIY Translucent Face Powder DIY Make-up Setting Spray Eyes -   Active Cosmetics Professional Eyeshadow Palette Yesensy Retractable  Eyeliner  in 01 Black L'Oreal  Lineur Intense Brush Tip Liquid Eyeliner in Carbon Black Yesensy Volume Up Mascara in 03 Transparent L'Oreal  Telescopic Mascara  in Carbon Black Accent False Lashes Eyebrows -  Essence  Eyebrow Designer Pencil in  02 Brown Yesensy Volume Up Mascara in 03 Transparent Lips - Sibella Lip Balm Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Liquid Lipstick in 95 Royal Raisin  I really love this look!  Let me know what you  think  in the comment section.   Hope you enjoyed this post.   This pos

VIVANT SKIN CARE Mandelic Acid 3-IN-1 Exfoliating Cleanser Review + Giveaway

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Hello everyone! Today I'm reviewing the  VIVANT SKIN CARE Mandelic Acid 3-IN-1 Exfoliating Cleanser and  my  US readers  can also enter the giveaway ! Vivant Skin Care is from the scientist who made skin look healthier... James E. Fulton M.D. PhD, the researcher, cosmetic surgeon and dermatologist who developed vitamin A acid, later known as Retin A. Product description: VIVANT SKIN CARE Mandelic Acid 3-IN-1 Exfoliating Cleanser - 8 fl oz (236.58 ml) or 16 fl oz (473.176 ml) Combines exfoliating beads with Mandelic Acid to restore healthy skin.  Great daily face and body cleanser for adult acne with oily skin.  Helps prevent ingrown hairs. Price: $33 (8 fl oz) and $59.50 (16 fl oz) from Vivant Skin Care website   Skin Types:  Combination, Oily. Directions:  Start usage every other day.  Shake well before use.  Apply in circular motion to face, neck, chest and body.  After several minutes, rinse thoroughly with water.  Increase to once or twice daily as tolerated. Key Ingredient