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When Spry Living Magazine asked me if myself and two A Girl’s Gotta Spa! bloggers would be interested in making over our moms, we didn’t hesitate to say yes. Myself, Ashley and Hillary all participated in Spry Living’s Take Year’s Off Your Looks Instantly (web and print) story and Making Over Mom with tips.

Each of our moms had challenges that prevented them from updating their look. My mom had hair loss/thinning hair, sagging skin, etc. all related to bariatric surgery she had two years ago. Ashley’s mom has nerve damage and a disability when it comes to the use of her arm. Hillary’s mom was nervous since losing all of her hair so long ago (but it has since grown back.)

From skin care to hair care to makeup, here’s the breakdown of the products used to transformed our moms.

Paula (my mom): Read more

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in anti-aging, beauty, blush, bronzer, brows, concealer, DIY Beauty, eye shadow, eyeliner, foundation, highlighter, lip gloss, lipstick, Makeup, makeup tips, mascara, Nail Polish, Primer, salon, skin care 1 Comment

Spring Makeup Tips: Neutral Eyes, Cheeks with a Pop of Color

So now that spring has officially sprung and the snow is fading, I’m finally starting to leave my house! Whew! When I am just heading out to run errands I like to choose a look that is quick, easy, but spring pretty. It only comes around once a year so I had better take advantage while I can!

My easy face look is a BB Cream and my personal favorite right now is from SKIN79. I also need a concealer but if you’re lucky enough to not, then congratulations. I have been using my Maybelline Age Rewind under my eyes in the shade Brightener. For dark spots or blemishes I used my Sheer Cover Duo Concealer. Read more

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Stephanie Louise in beauty, blush, concealer, eye shadow, eyeliner, lipstick, Makeup, makeup tips, mascara Leave a comment

Beauty at Any Age Tips from Mally Roncal

I may or may not admit that my sons and nieces may ask me if I am trying to look like a teenager again when it comes to the clothes I wear, my hairstyle or my makeup of choice. I can’t help it if I have a color blocking shirt that I wore in 12th grade that still fits me and totally fits in with this trend. Who cares if it’s 20 years old…it looks like I just bought it yesterday.

But I digress.

If you are inching closer to 40 like me, or just wonder in general about beauty for any age, here are 3 makeup tips from celebrity makeup artist and founder of Mally Beauty, Mally Roncal: Read more

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in beauty, blush, highlighter, lipstick, Makeup, makeup tips Leave a comment

MAKE Cosmetics on We See Beauty

MAKE is the first for-benefit color cosmetics line launching on WeSeeBeauty.com – a for-benefit marketplace of ideas, stories and products that support cooperatives. One-third of all MAKE product sales will support the non-profit organization, the We See Beauty Foundation, dedicated to incubate and accelerate women-led, worker owned cooperatives.

MAKE Cosmetics are absolutely brilliant. There are many different colors for the lips, eyes and cheeks which are all beautifully and brightly made. The makeup I tested lasted all day, didn’t crease or smudge and was very easy to apply and there are tons of different beautiful makeup applications to choose from. I choose (4019) Cast Iron Matte Finish Shadow, (6006 Limoges Pink Matte Finish Blush, and (5012) Magnolia Silk Lipstick. These colors looked absolutely stunning together and could be worn for a day or night time look. Read more

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Ashley Smith in beauty, blush, eye shadow, lipstick, Makeup, makeup tips Leave a comment

Aveda Art of Nature Makeup Review

Aveda’s a pretty well known cosmetics, hair care, and skin care company who strives to connect beauty, environment, and well being. They aim to care for the world we live in with the products they make to give back to society. I think Aveda has an all together pretty amazing cosmetic line. As many times as I have had the opportunity to work with their makeup, I have never been disappointed. I also enjoy the fresh scents the cosmetics give off while applying. Read more

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Ashley Smith in beauty, blush, eye shadow, eyeliner, lip gloss, lipstick, Makeup, makeup tips Leave a comment

Review: bareMinerals Remix January 2013 Collection

BareMinerals launches the new Remix Collection this month and to me it has a very 80′s vibe. That could be due to the blues in The Wild Thing eye shadow quad or the new Aqua Blast mascara! Oh goodness I remember blue mascara but not in a good way so I was quite skeptical at this turquoise looking tube. The entire collection 11-pc. collection is presented in limited edition aqua metallic packaging. Read more

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Cindy in beauty, blush, bronzer, eye shadow, highlighter, lipstick, Makeup, mascara Leave a comment

L’Oreal Project Runway Temptress Gaze, Temptress Shine and Voluminous Mascara

I love fashion-inspired eyeshadow palettes.

Of all of the new L’Oreal Paris Project Runway eyeshadow quads, Temptress Gaze is my favorite. Although the True match Project Runway Blush above appears to be pink, it is actually Muse Blush. I paired the colors with Voluminous Mascara in Carbon Black and Colour Riche Le Gloss in Temptress Shine. Read more

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Shannon Nelson in beauty, blush, eye shadow, lip gloss, Makeup, mascara Leave a comment

LORAC PRO Blush Review – Get The Glow!

Part of the new LORAC Pro Collection this fall, LORAC Pro Powder Cheek Stain ($20) is a new blush that promises 12 hours of wear.

These beautiful blushes pack a real color punch! They are VERY pigmented so go easy when applying. I would suggest using a skunk or fan brush to diffuse the color a bit–especially for us fair beauties. I didn’t get quite 12 hours of wear, but a good 10 and that works for me!! I think even on oily skin you should be able to get at least eight hours of wear. In fact, these are SO long lasting ‘stain’ is an appropriate description. I find some gel or liquid stains hard to blend, but that is the beauty of these stains–they are powder so they blend easily and evenly. You get the intensity of a stain with the flexibility of a powder–it’s genius I tell you! Read more

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Cindy in beauty, blush, Makeup 1 Comment

Shiseido Camellia Compact Review

Launching in October, Shiseido’s newest blush palette, the Camellia Compact ($36), is a work of art. As the colors of autumn begin to emerge, the colors of this flower live brilliantly. Read more

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Shannon Nelson in beauty, blush, Makeup Leave a comment

New For Fall – Tarte Cheek Stain Loving

Part of Tarte’s terrific fall line up is the new Cheek Stain in Loving ($30). I disagree with Tarte’s description of soft rose, I see a beautiful pinky coral (my fav). As with all the cheek stains, it is a water-based gel tint that is easy to use and brings a lovely natural flush to the cheeks. Read more

Posted on August 21, 2012 by Cindy in beauty, blush, Makeup 1 Comment

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