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Monday, April 19th, 2010
Pedicures are a must in the spring. Dragging the dogs out after a long winter and shoving them into sandals, pre-pedicure, is positively appalling! In Light of this I scheduled my spring cleaning appointment with a new addition to the Milwaukee beauty scene, Urban Trends SalonSpa, and let me just say, “WELCOME HOME!” Nestled downtown this mid-sized salon offers all of the amazing amenities you might find at a larger corporate salon including, bottled water, candy, and a fully stocked bathroom that is beyond beautiful!
However, when it comes down to it Tootsie’s can’t save a salon. Treatments, technique, staff, and pricing are really the cornerstone’s to success and ***Spoiler alert**** Urban Trends Salonspa is stacked! Offering a variety of treatments in hair design, skincare, waxing, massage, make-up, and nails; Urban has everything you need to look your best without breaking your bank!
Amy, my Sole Savior, chiseled, chipped, soaked, and scrubbed until my toes were pampered, painted, and perfectly Dim Sum Plum’ed! The Classic Pedicure is absolutely divine and one of my new “must have’s”! I skipped walking and took cloud 9 home after I realized the best pedicure I have ever had was also the cheapest, and you can’t beat that with an orange stick! Find out more about our beautiful new neighbor here!
***** Limited Time: $20 off your first service No restrictions!!
Special Thank you to Amy and Trent! XOXOX
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Tuesday, April 13th, 2010
Don’t spend this summer sweating your make-up off! Let us help you stay cool and look flawless with L’Oreal’s Studio Secrets Professional Color Correcting Primer! I hate spending time with my make-up just to have it run away the second it get’s a little steamy. Thankfully, my BFF recommended L’Oreal’s Color Correcting Primer, and I absolutely love it! L’Oreal’s Color Correcting Primer is available in two shades, light or dark, and can be worn alone or under foundation. I use a small amount in the morning, a little goes a long way, sans foundation and my complexion looks brighter, smoother, and more radiant. Now, I know that going without foundation will not work for everyone, but with Summer around the corner L’Oreal’s Professional Color Correcting Primer is easy, affordable, and effortless. Not to mention a fantastic alternative to beat the heat and avoid make-up meltdown.
Anti-Redness Primer, Anti-Dull skin Primer- light, Anti-Dull skin Primer- dark
L’Oreal’s Color Correcting Primer is available in two shades, light or dark, and can be worn alone or under foundation. I use a small amount in the morning, a little goes a long way, sans foundation and my complexion looks brighter, smoother, and more radiant. Now, I know that going without foundation will not work for everyone, but with Summer around the corner L’Oreal’s Professional Color Correcting Primer is easy, affordable, and effortless. Not to mention a fantastic alternative to beat the heat and avoid make-up meltdown.
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Tags: Beauty, effortless, flawless, heat, L'Oreal, Love it, meltdown, primer, smashbox photo finish, Summer, Tuesday
Posted in 2010, Collections, Discount, primer, Review, Skincare, Totally Cheap Tuesday | 2 Comments »
Monday, April 12th, 2010
When it comes to perfume I do not date around. I am a commitment diva. I only participate in relationship’s that provide me with compliments, luxury, and of course a ”scents” of self. I have never been in a fragrance fling. So what’s the reason my perfume partners fail? My only explanation is.. It’s not them it’s me;) Last week, while my Fragile was still away due to shipping, I found myself downtown flirting with Gwen Stefani’s popular Harajuku Lover’s line. Love, Lil’ Angel, Music, and Baby seemed a little young, but Gwen Stefani is fabulous! I grew up walking into spider webs so I started my routine dissection of each scent.
- Look at packaging
- Smell scent
- Ponder scent
- Look back at packaging
- Investigate price
- Buy perfume, 6a. Determine scent is better for friend 6b. Think to myself ” who would wear that” as I sheepishly look around apologizing with smiles for spraying it everywhere.
However, little did I know I was about to run into one of my aromatic exe’s…… or was I? This eau de dissection had turned into a fragrance flashback, Harajuku Lovers -Baby smells just like my junior high scent BCBGirls- Nature!! I was totally thrown off. After repeating steps 3 & 4 five more times I had closed the case. Gwen might not be a hollaback girl, but she definitely is a throwback girl! Harajuku Lovers- Baby and BCBGirls- Nature contain almost all the same ingredients and are both fruity floral scents that have a base in Bergamot, Musk, Heliotrope, & Vanilla. I have not seen BCBGirls- Nature in years, but it was great to reminisce with Harajuku Lovers- Baby, which I must say would be totally fab’ for any diva in training.
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Posted in 2010, Fragrance, perfume, spring | 1 Comment »
Thursday, April 1st, 2010
Mascara is a must for blow out lashes but often times we over look the tool that will give our lashes the ultimate look, the eyelash curler. Now, don’t flinch away in terror just yet! This tool is, at times, intimidating but with a little practice and the right type of curler you will be laughing your lashes all the way to the top! In my opinion, there is only one in the world of curlers and that, my dear beauties, is of course, Shu Uemera. This cult classic curler is coveted by celebrities and make-up artist, but is affordable to all! priced at $19 you gotta curl, girl!
To help protect and keep the edge from slipping Shu Uemera features a silicon pad with an upgraded “mushroom” shape, which improves safety and provides max curl! Also, the hinge’s pantented design is carefully engineered to apply the perfect amount of pressure for your eyelashes, and the ergonomic handle ensures control and stability. There are many features that make this eyelash curler famous, user friendly, affordable, and just for you!…. well you & Gisele ;)
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Tuesday, March 30th, 2010
Chanel is really giving us the goods lately! Just a couple weeks before introducing some pretty, poppy, beautiful, brights for summer 2010 to
Chanel counters, (which I absolutely love!!!! I mean these colors scream summer and make me scream,”Gimme that Aquamarine!”)
We get a peek at the Noir et Or Paris Shanghai Collection! A super glamorous collection inspired by the Orient. This collection is a sophisticated study of light and dark that juxtaposes shiny and matte finishes, which is meant to convey Coco Chanel’s perception of Shanghai in the 1930′s & 40′s.
Included in the collection are some stellar pieces. Le Vernis Nail Color in Black Velvet, a matte black polish that’ll make a great tip for reverse French manicures (shown above), Le Vernis Nail Colour in Gold Lame, a satiny gold, and Ligne et Ombre de Chanel in Jet-Gold will be stand-out in the spring sun along with an eye compact containing a matte black eye liner and sparkling gold shadow.
The summer 2010 pop bright beauty is available in late April, but be warned these colors will go fast so if you must have one call your local Chanel counter today and ask to put your favorite on hold. The waitlist for The Noir Et Or Paris-Shanghai Collection starts Wednesday and is available only at Chanel.com, Chanel Boutiques and Chanel Makeup Studios.
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Monday, March 29th, 2010
With a holiday coming up this weekend take some time for yourself and get beautified this week! Don’t have time with work and errands? Don’t have the money? No worries beauty babes we can help! These easy two ingredient at home treatments will leave you looking gorgeous and feeling creative all while saving you green. Who says you can’t be smart and beautiful!
1.Toning/Tightening Lemon Egg-White Mask
- 1 Egg white
- Juice from 1/2 a Lemon (strained)
Beat both ingredients together for 3 minutes. Apply directly to your face, avoiding eyes, Let sit for 30 minutes & rinse with warm water.
2.The Ultimate Body Scrub
- 1 Cup course Sea salt
- 1/2 Cup baby Oil
Stir the ingredients together in a bowl and put into a screw top jar,then let the ingredients sit for 24 hours. Give the mixture a quick stir and apply anywhere you wish to exfoliate. Massage into skin for a few minutes and then rinse.
3.Immediate Luxurious Hand Softening and Conditioning Treatment
- 1/4 Cup course brown sugar
- Add in baby oil until it forms a paste
Make sure ingredients are fully mixed, then using a handwashing motion apply to hands. Continue the washing motion for one minute then rinse off with warm water and pat dry.
4.Effective Dry Skin Treatment
- 2 Tbl. real mayonnaise
- 1tsp. baby oil
Combine both ingredients, thensmooth onto face, neck, rough elbows, and knees or anywhere else you feel might need moisture. Leave for 20 minutes & rinse off thoroughly with tepid water.
5.End Of Day Foot Spa
- 1/2 Cup Epsom salt
- Essential oil of your choice
Fill a foot bath or your bathtub to ankle height with warm water. Dissolve 1/2 cup Epsom salts in the warm water and add the essential oil of your choice, either the relaxing oils of lavender, rosewood, patchouli or the uplifting oils of lemongrass or eucalyptus. Soak for 10 to 15 minutes, pat dry, and moisturize.
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Posted in 2010, Discount, Skincare, Treatments | 4 Comments »
Wednesday, March 24th, 2010
Julie Hewett is a girl about glamour, and we love glamour! Developed while working on the set of Pearl Harbor, Julie was is need of long lasting techni-color reds. Since the days of Pearl Harbor Julie’s line of absolute beauty classics has flourished. Collaborating with leading chemists, Julie’s products are of the highest quality natural ingredients. Infused with Camellia oil base, which is said to be the closest to human skin oil, her products create a perfect natural texture. Recently, I tried the uber-fab, Shimmy, which is an all over face and body shimmer.
This beautiful shimmering pot comes in four beautiful colors. Cleo, a stunning shimmering shade of multi-dimensional copper, was my pick and this pot is packed with pretty power! Use just a little to take your 9-5 up a notch or go for the gold to create the perfect night on the town look. To discover Julie Hewett and all her beauty secrets visit a store in your area, and like Lady Gaga said, “just shimmy“….well.. close enough;)
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Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010
Totally Cheap Tuesday
Spring has sprung and so have our lashes!! Rimmel London’s new Max Volume Flash Mascara has our lashes feeling big and beautiful!
My BFF has been raving about Rimmel London for years and not only is she beautiful, but she is smart! Rimmel makes fantastic Mascara that is also fantastically affordable and accessable. The New Volume Flash Mascara is a quick setting Collagen & Keratin infused formula that makes lashes bigger and stronger. This brush is big and you all know I turn into jelly over big brushes. I hate clumps and this type of brush ensures me clump free beauty! This sells for under $8, which makes it a Totally Cheap Tuesday must!
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Monday, March 15th, 2010
Tokyo Milk
By
Margot Elena
(Objects to Desire)
While browsing the Third Ward last week I discovered the sweetest perfume, Tokyo Milk. This eccentric line of Eau de Parfum spray and Petit Parfum Solide’s had me instantly intrigued. Each perfume has a unique vintage picture on the box, which is detailed in hand painted glitter.
Petit Parfum Solide
The interest of this line does not stop there, Tokyo milk has a great way with names from Honey and The Moon to I Made You A Mixtape I was singing a Song in D Minor over Scarlett, a floral scented Petit Parfum Solide with just a hint of oriental spices, Divine!
Glittery rose detailSophisticated fun!
Each Scent has a name and a number, but this isn’t the military! Tokyo Milk is fun, interesting, and witty! Every girls dream? Maybe! Try I Want Candy or Le Petit for your next fragrance or gift it to a friend.
Sophisticated Fun!
These fragrances are sure to please, but once you buy it will you actually be able to give it away?
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Posted in 2010, Collections, Fragrance, perfume, sparkle, spring, Uncategorized | 4 Comments »
Tuesday, March 9th, 2010
Totally Cheap Tuesday
The sun is shining and it feels like spring may actually be upon us, but before you head out of hibernation take some time and De-winterize yourself with Soap & Glory!
Soap & Glory No Clogs Allowed Deep Pore Detox Mask
This self-heating, color-changing formula (it goes from white to blue) contains salicylic acid to help sweep away bacteria and dirt. Jojoba and grapeseed oil leave skin hydrated, protected, and brighter! You only need a small amount of this mask so for $15 this a great deal! Soap & Glory is a great line check out some of their other products to help put your best face forward this spring!
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Posted in 2010, Collections, Skincare, spring, Totally Cheap Tuesday, Treatments, Uncategorized | 3 Comments »
