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11. April 2012
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This is my most essential beauty products, that I mostly use everyday and simply cannot do without.
Water and sleep

The most obvious beauty tip one can give! Staying hydrated and getting enough sleep is crucial.

Favorite perfume

Smelling good is really a mood lifter. Picking your scent is as personal as finding the right foundation shade for your skin. It has a science behind it along with a touch of personal preference. The combination between the chemicals that our bodies produce and the perfume that we choose will ultimately determine if that specific scent suits us. Perfume always have three notes, top, middle and base. The base note will last you the longest. When you are picking out you signature scent, it is important that you smell for all these notes before deciding. I typically go for sweet ones that smell fruity. My favorite at the moment is Taj Sunset from Escada, but I switch it up all the time. It smells like mangos, with a hint of pineapple, orange and peach. I always get lots of compliments on it.

Lip balm

Keeping your lips moisturised is actually more important than many would think. It should be a part of your daily routine. Licking your lips instead of putting on lip balm will only do more damage, and may cause them to dry up and chap. The lip balm provides a protective layer on the surface of your lips and seals the moisture in. My favorite is the strawberry one from Rosebud, it smells like candy! And it will literally last you forever. I have it with me at all times.

Body butter

An important part of my everyday routine is putting on lotion, and since I have dry skin I find a body butter best fit for the job. I always buy mine at The body shop, my favorite at the moment is the peach one. If you use the right skin care body lotion your skin would have a healthy and glowing look. An essential step before putting on lotion are scrubbing! Once a week is enough. Doing this will make your skin soft and smooth, it also reduces the chance of premature aging.

White eyeliner

White eyeliner can work wonders, I use it almost everyday. It is literally an eye opener. Apply a light line on the lower waterline, if it turns out to harsh blend it out abit. I have been using the shade called satin white from Isadora for a long time, and they dont test on animals!

Face spray

I have really dry skin, and in the wintertime it is truly a nightmare. After applying my makeup it is difficult to moisturize with a gel or creme without ruining the makeup, so then I use a face spray instead. You can also use it to prep your skin for makeup, set your makeup, especially nice for getting rid of that powdery look after application, or as a moisture boost on-the-go. Mine is from Clinique and is part of the moisture surge set.

Eye-makeup remover

Gettin off mascara or heavy eye-makeup after a night on the town can be quite tricky! I find that it always help to use something targeted for this purpose, to avoid unnecessary stretching and pulling on the thin and sensitive skin around the eyes. I have put my trust in one from TheBalm, called balms away.

You may find my full skin-care routine here, where I use some of these products.

I’m blushing

29. February 2012
Makeup, Review, Tutorial
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While some people consider blushing to be a problem and try hiding it, most of us apply it everyday with makeup. Using the right blush can give your skin a healthy and vibrant glow. It can give you a young fresh looking face, or transform you into a clown. Finding the correct shade and using a good brush is key! You will want to select a blush that is close to the natural glow of your cheeks.

If you have a darker skin, you can wear a darker blush like burgundy or wine shades. Lighter skin tones need to wear lighter blushes like pink or coral shades. Next review your skin tone. If you have yellowish skin, you should wear cool colors like pink or plum. Olive skin tones should wear apricots or if you have a dark olive complexion, an orange. Neutral shades can wear anything, though rose and mauves are recommended.

1. Place a small amount of blush onto the brush and tap off any excess.
2. Smile or suck in you cheeks and apply the blush to the apple of your cheek.
3. Use a circular motion when you apply the blush. If you are using a stipple brush apply with a dabbing motion.
4. Blend any harsh edges with a sponge or another brush.

- Dont apply blush to the underside of your cheeks.
- To get a natural look, apply blush sparingly.
- Dont apply in streaks.
- Daytime blush should be light, while nighttime blush can be a little heavier.
- Remember to start with a light application and go heavier as you need it.

I have a very pale scandinavian skin and prefer using cool pink blushes, and I have found the perfect match. Down Boy from TheBalm is the one I use every single day. The packaging is adorable, the concistency is creamy and the blush will last you forever. It gives me that natural flush. I really hope that the word gets out with this brand, it has been my favorite for over a year now and they never let me down. On top of not doing animal testing!

Get the glow

10. December 2011
Makeup, Tutorial
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The purpose of highlighters is to enhance facial features and in addition get a natural glow. You may use a highlighter on your browbone, cheekbones, down the top of your nose, cupids bow and on your chin. The point is to light up the most prominent features of your face, preferably features that you are happy with. You can also highlight the corner of your eyes to make them pop, and on the clavicles to ephasize the bone structure. Best result are achieved by using a highlighter that is one or more tones lighter than your skin, and also with shimmer to get the party mood going. I always use one with shimmer, and I have both liquid and powder ones.

Smashbox arificial light in the color flash is a very nice for that everyday glow. This is a liquid one, pump out like half a pump to your fingertips, rub them together then apply in dots. Blend it out with your fingertips, this product will last a long time as you dont need much. For parties I use my alltime favorite by TheBalm named Mary-Lou Manizer. It doesnt hurt that there is a pinup on the package! It can also double as an eyeshadow, and the texture is supersoft and creamy. Here you may also use your fingertips for application, but a more sanitary way is to use a small brush like one for eyeshadows or contouring. Apply to the skin and blend out with a kabuki or a similar brush. This product also has small parts of glitter in it which is perfect for a dolled up look. Some people tend to use this product all over the face with a lighthanded big brush, I would not recommend that as it can make your face look like a discoball. None of these products are testet on animals.  Making it look natural is key whenever using highlighters.

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