Tips for applying mascara to your new eyelashes

A dab of eyeliner and a touch of mascara are beautiful makeup additions on the lower lashes to create a more balanced appearance for an otherwise top heavy look with longer and thicker extension lengths and widths. It is never advised to use waterproof mascara or other makeup as they absolutely destroy the eyelashes making them brittle and very short. As mentioned in a previous blog entry, it is possible to apply lower eyelash extensions, however, because this process requires the eye to be open, a special, fume free ‘sensitive eye’ formula of adhesive must be used which has a very short duration, maybe a week tops. In so being, most clients feel that the time, expense and relative discomfort in getting bottom lid eyelash extensions simply isn’t worth it.

Though, it is considered a legitimate style in the makeup world, to have dramatic upper lid makeup and bare bottom lids for a super wide-eyed appearance, most women feel more comfortable with symmetry and it is easy to take a minute or two to apply a little shadow liner and a few strokes of water soluble mascara to the bottom lashes.

Care and cleaning for your eyelashes

Remember to always use ONLY fragrance free Neutrogena bar or liquid soap to remove any makeup and when cleaning your extensions, never directly rubbing the lashes with your fingers, rather just gently massaging the upper lid with the pads of your fingers followed by warm , never hot, clean water rinse, and using a cup or letting the shower water land first on your forehead and then trickle down through the lashes rinsing away any lather, as direct shower spray might be too rough.

Neutrogena is essentially pure glycerin which will not dry out the adhesive, which would cause it to become brittle, and it is not loaded with any filmy emollients which could laminate and coat the lashes making them sticky or waxy and unsuitable for fill work during your next visit. Follow up with your lash brush, and use a clean makeup wedge or the pad of your finger to dab any excess moisture away from your lashes, but do not use towels or cotton balls which have lint that can collect in your lashes, and also fibers which can snag and grab your lashes. The adhesive is amazingly durable and there is no need to ‘walk on eggshells’ with lash extensions, but these little tips will help you get the maximum wear between fills which makes it much easier on your schedule and pocket book in the long run!.

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MCA(Multitrepannic Collagen Actuation) is a non-surgical and entirely natural way of getting the body’s own cells to regenerate and minimize wrinkles. This process can be used to relax constricted scars, plump the “valley” of wrinkles (causing them to fill in), and “white scars” can often be re-pigmented to better match the surrounding skin tones. Performed correctly, MCA can even plump lip tissue and alleviate small unsightly wrinkles around the lip area. MCA is practically painless, completely risk- free and is a great alternative to injectable fillers such as Collagen injections and muscle relaxants such as Botox. The results of MCA are much longer-lasting and more affordable. Usually, only gifted and experienced individuals practicing MCA can achieve the best results.

How does it work?

MCA works by creating a minor trauma to the skin. The epidermis is stimulated to undertake its own natural rejuvenation, re-pigmentation, scar relaxation or whatever results the practitioner is striving for. As the needle enters the skin, the dermis starts the inflammation and swelling phase. Fibroblasts move into the area and start producing collagen and elastin to help with wound healing. If there is any visible condition that needs healing (swelling, bruising, etc), this will take about 3-7 days. In the process, the existing collagen levels are raised and good results are achieved. It is stated that the deeper the penetration into the dermis, the better collagen and elastin deposition. Tissue remodeling is also a phase of MCA healing.

Are there any guarantees with MCA?

The answer to this question is NO. There are no guaranteed results with MCA. However, many many clients have experienced moderate to amazing results. The outcome depends on the client’s individual reaction to the healing process imposed by the MCA process and skill of the practitioner. On some clients, wrinkle improvements are seen in a very short space of time while in others, even with multi treatments, there is only a slight improvement. Usually good results are achieved, but the client must have realistic expectations of the results, and understand the exact prediction of the outcome is an impossibility.

What is the down time?

Minor bruising and swelling may (or may not) be present during the first 24 to 72 hours. Bruising may be concealed with makeup during healing. There is NO DOWN TIME!

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Hav­ing white teeth is b­eco­ming mo­re and more i­mportant in life. Many pe­ople try differ­ent techniqu­es to achi­eve­ thei­r go­al of whiter teeth. Th­ere are many teeth whit­ening options avai­lable ­and you sho­u­ld consider a­ll of yo­ur o­ptions before committing to one­. This a­rt­icle will provide you with d­iffer­ent teeth whitening tips a­nd grea­t ­advice to help you along your whit­ening process.

Are Your Teeth Stained?

Pr­eventi­on ­of staining is one wa­y to keep your teeth whiter. Som­e of th­e thi­ngs yo­­u drink can cause­ di­scolo­ra­tion ­of your te­eth. Coff­ee, tea, wine a­nd soda are all n­ot­orious f­or c­a­using stai­ns on tee­th. If you­ will sip th­em or drink them through a­ str­aw this will help them to­ n­ot make as much contact with yo­ur teeth. Also, whe­n you ar­e done­ with your drink, rins­e yo­ur mouth with water.

Be­ careful with wh­at you ­eat a­nd dri­nk after whitening y­our t­e­eth. After yo­ur te­e­th h­av­e be­en whit­ened, the­y will abso­rb co­lo­rs a­nd stains more­ e­as­ily. You should try to a­void foods that are dark in color after your whiten­ing process. Coffee­ is one exa­mple ­of a dri­nk that will s­oak into your teeth and caus­e a col­or ch­ange.

An important, though very ­unpop­ula­r, tip to wh­ite­n your teeth is to c­ut down on, or even stop, th­e drinking of sodas, coffe­es and teas. Yes, they are som­e o­f the­ most popul­ar beverages in the world, but they are also some of the bigg­est culprits when ­it c­omes to stains on t­eeth! And for those that are­ wo­nde­ring, iced te­a­ is still tea and just as guilty wh­en it comes to tee­th discoloratio­n.

To­ba­cco – It’s Gotta Go

For wh­ite­r teeth cons­ide­r giving ­up so­da, tea and coffee. Each of the­se products are kno­wn t­o sta­in tee­th esp­ecia­lly wh­en consumed on a daily basis. Co­ns­ider drinking wa­te­r and mi­lk instead. Other products like chewing tobacco a­nd cigar­ette­s have a yellowing affect on the teeth a­s well as a neg­ative­ impa­ct on yo­u­r health.

In order to achieve pearly white te­eth it is important to st­ay away from toba­cco. Aside fr­om the health side effects of smok­ing t­obacco, a­nother si­de e­ffect th­at it does is tha­t it makes y­our teeth turn yellow. This effect do­es not happen ­instantly a­nd it only shows after long term tobacco use.

Is There a “Teeth Whitening Cure?”

Teeth whitening is one of the subjects whe­n the­ idea th­at ­an ounce of pre­venti­o­n ­is worth a pou­nd ­of cu­re is e­speci­ally true. It is poss­ible to whiten your teeth but i­t is m­uch easie­r to ­avo­id having the proble­m in the fi­rst place. This can be done­ by a­vo­i­ding specific th­ings like coffee.

Tee­th whiteni­ng is one of the subj­ects wh­en the idea th­at an ou­nce­ of preventio­n ­is worth ­a pound of cure is esp­ecially true. It ­is possible t­o whi­ten you­r t­e­eth b­ut it is m­uch easier to avo­id ha­ving the problem in the first place. This can be done by avoiding speci­f­ic things like coffee.

Thro­ugh these tips and ­anythi­ng you m­ay learn from y­our d­entist, yo­u ca­n become a more confide­nt you­ with a mouth full ­of te­e­th eve­n in the­ most seni­or of years. Not every­one mu­st end ­up with dent­ures ­or only half th­eir tee­th remaining. Thi­s i­s th­e perfe­ct way to avoid such a fate.

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We could all use an extra 15 minutes in the morning to work on our hair, tackle the commute, or to just hit the snooze button one more time. A great solution to your morning time rush is permanent makeup – just one application and you don’t have to worry about it any more.

Permanent makeup is similar to tattooing, and can be used for lip lines, full lip color, eyebrows, eyeliner, eyelashes or to reduce the appearance of scars. Anyone who is allergic to traditional cosmetics, who has thin eyebrows or even those with a medical condition that causes them to lose hair can look better with permanent makeup.

While there is some discomfort, most patients don’t have much trouble with pain during the application. The aesthetic provider is technically implanting pigment in the dermal layer of the skin. Traditional makeup can be worn over it if you choose and the permanent makeup will never smear or wash off. It will fade gradually and will need to be touched up every few years to keep it looking fresh. Permanent makeup is more visible and less scarring is seen on people with fairer complexions.

Always make sure to seek out an experienced professional. A tattoo artist may be great at putting dragons or flowers on people, but for this tattoo you should see someone who is an expert at permanent makeup.

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Your eyes are two of your most important features. They allow you to connect with the people you love and those you just meet. Eyes communicate emotion, intelligence, and transmit unspoken energy. That is why it’s important that your eyes sparkle and look their best for any occasion.

Eyes are very sensitive to our internal and external environments. It doesn’t take much for eyes to become red, irritated, strained and tired. These three tips can help your eyes to look their very best.

1. Give Your Eyes a Break!
When eyes are tires, they show it. We can all tell when a co-worker or family member is tired. Their eyes have that dull puffy look and the whites may be a bright pink or red. This indicates eye strain.

Whether you need to force yourself to get an extra hour of sleep, or make an overdue appointment with your optometrist, the more rested your eyes are, the better they will look. Computers and electronic devices put a good deal of strain on eyes as well so make sure you look away from the screen, and use natural light whenever possible, to help your eyes from becoming overtired.

2. Have You Considered Permanent Eye Makeup?
Permanent eye makeup is a great way to keep your eyes looking their best all the time. You can make an appointment with a permanent cosmetic professional and discuss the look that is right for you. Permanent eyeliner helps your eyes to look fresh and alert when it counts. Plus, the extra time saved from your morning routine will help you get that extra sleep we talked about in #1.

3. Eat Well and Drink Plenty of Water
When our bodies become toxic, or aren’t getting the nutrients they need, our eyes can reflect that. They can become dull, and sometimes the whites can appear slightly yellowed or grey. Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, reducing saturated fats and salt intake, and drinking plenty of water can help your body stay vibrant. Your eyes will become a reflection of your health.

There are many things that can keep our eyes from looking their best. Lack of sleep, worry, or a poor diet can all take their toll, making our eyes appear dull, discolored or lethargic. But with a few simple tips, eyes can remain clear, alert, sexy, and ready to make a connection that counts!

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The morning beauty ritual can be one of the best parts of your day.

A cup of coffee, your favorite music, and the ritual of a shower, hair styling, and makeup. But throw in a couple of kids, or recovering from a late night out, and you have a disaster. You’re running around like a crazy person trying to get to work on time and still look presentable!

Permanent makeup eyeliner is one of the best ways to skip a step altogether. Plus, you always look like you have your makeup on no matter what your morning brings: no more smearing, say goodbye morning eyes, and you can be ready in an instant when you need to be.

Permanent Makeup Eyeliner is…Permanent!

The best part about permanent makeup eyeliner is just that – it’s permanent. We’ve all used the expression, “Hold on. I have to put my eyes on.” We know the difference between “no eye makeup” and “eye makeup” is dramatic. Once you have permanent eyeliner, your eyes are “on” all the time.

Second to waking up with your eye makeup on, is the “no smear” factor. You can rub your eyes, cry, enjoy a great workout, and never have to worry about smearing. You look your very best – all the time.

Permanent Makeup Eyeliner is Hypoallergenic

Many women are allergic to cosmetics, and eyes are especially sensitive. Synthetic chemicals and fragrances can be irritating, often causing itchy watery eyes. In worst case scenarios, cosmetic allergies cause unsightly swelling. Permanent eyeliner eliminates all of those side effects and still allows you to have the eyes you have always wanted.

Are you sensitive to cosmetics? Talk to your dermatologist about permanent makeup options and throw away all those wasted tubes of makeup you couldn’t wear. It’s liberating!

Permanent Makeup Eyeliner is Designed For Any Aesthetic

Whether you prefer bold stand out eyeliner, or soft subtler shades, a permanent cosmetic professional will work with you to create the look you want. It’s often recommended that you go a little understated with permanent makeup for a more natural effect. You can always enhance it for big nights out or when you want to show off a little more flair. You want a look that is becoming and looks natural for your eyes.

They say that eyes are the window to the soul and permanent eyeliner is the best solution to highlight your own eyes to let your soul shine through.

It is important to note that there are some prudent cautions that need to be discussed concerning permanent eye makeup. The FDA and the Mayo Clinic have both issued warnings that permanent eye makeup uses inks, needles and other implements that are nearly identical to those used for tattooing and therefore have similar complications and risks.

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Thin eyebrows can really make an impact on your face and your self esteem as well. There are multiple ways to fill in your eyebrows depending on preference or sparseness.

Neograft, the extracting of existing healthy hair follicles from your body and embedding them in the desired area, produces natural-looking results that last. Neograft doctors say there is no scarring, no numbness, no pain and very low recovery time. Neografting would be suitable for those needing to actually fill in a noticeable thinness in eyebrows.

If your budget doesn’t allow for grafting, semi-permanent tattoos or permanent makeup may be your solution. Semi-permanent tattoos offer results typically lasting from one to three years.

Finally, don’t under-estimate the power of makeup. If you are just beginning to notice the thinning, there is an art and science to applying your makeup that can really make your eyebrows appear shapely and healthy.

Of course the most popular medical spa product for lashes is Latisse. Available only by prescription, Latisse may be used daily for 12 weeks to grow thicker, longer and darker eyelashes. Applicators can only be used once and possible side effects are people with light eyes may experience iris discoloration. After 12 weeks, most patients taper off daily usage and use 2-3 times a week to maintain their eyelashes.

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While it is always possible that someone will have an allergic reaction to the pigment, they are rare. You can request a patch test to determine your sensitivity to the products.

The majority of patients will feel some discomfort, most patients don’t have much trouble with pain during the application. The aesthetic provider is technically implanting pigment in the dermal layer of the skin. Traditional makeup can be worn over it if you choose and the permanent makeup will never smear or wash off. It will fade gradually and will need to be touched up every few years to keep it looking fresh. Permanent makeup is more visible and less scarring is seen on people with fairer complexions.

Always make sure to seek out an experienced professional. A tattoo artist may be great at putting dragons or flowers on people, but for this tattoo you should see someone who is an expert at permanent makeup. Permanent makeup typically costs somewhere between $300 and $700 depending on the area treated.

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Eyebrows frame your face and add definition beautifully. The proper placement of permanent eyebrows will open up your eyes and often actually change the appearance of the shape of your face. Women who have invested in permanent eyebrows appreciate the smear proof, hassle-free, moisture proof coloring it provides. Permanent eyebrows allows women the freedom to “wake up with makeup” and get a head start on their day!

If you have little or no eyebrow hair, you will be amazed at the change that permanent eyebrows can make in your appearance.

With permanent eyebrows, there is virtually no “down-time”. The implanted color will be slightly darker for the first two to three days until the top layer exfoliates resulting in a softer more natural appearance of the brow. Healing is usually completed in the first five days. You never can imagine how a brow can make a complete difference in how you look… it’s you but prettier!

Permanent Eyebrow Benefits

• Athletic women who want a radiant, carefree look while exercising.
• Men and women who suffer from eyelash hair loss or who have sparse or fair eyelashes.
• Women allergic to cosmetics, who have watery eyes, hay fever or whose skin tends to absorb or change the quality and color of their make-up.
• Women who have difficulty applying make-up because of poor vision or physical limitations.
• Women with active lifestyles wanting the timesaving convenience from the daily routine of applying make-up.
• Women whose eye makeup smears or smudges on hot days.
• Anyone wanting to save money from cosmetic purchases.

Women who have had the procedure comment that if they would have known how convenient it is not to worry that their brows would melt away during the day, they would have had the procedure done long ago.

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Eyeliner is probably the best age defiant procedure available and is not a fashion trend: It has indeed been in style longer than any other garment or hairstyle.

The eyes communicate and captivate with incredible intensity. Like a fine painting, we frame them with color and shape the eye making them appear more animated. We can achieve this look through the use of permanent eyeliner. Permanent eyeliner stays where regular eyeliner can’t go; between the lashes. Lash enhancement is placed between the lashes to provide a magnificent and natural frame that softly surrounds the eye.

For those who consider wearing permanent makeup, permanent eyeliner is the most sought after permanent cosmetics procedure and it is easy to understand why. Most women feel ‘naked’ without eyeliner, however it is usually the most difficult and time consuming daily makeup to apply. Women who have invested in permanent eyeliner appreciate the smearproof, hassle-free, moisture proof coloring it provides. Permanent eyeliner allows women the freedom to “wake up with makeup” and get a head start on their day!

Permanent Eyeliner Benefits

• Anyone wanting to save money from cosmetic purchases.
• Athletic women who want a radiant, carefree look while exercising.
• Men and women who suffer from eyelash hair loss or who have sparse or fair eyelashes.
• Women allergic to cosmetics, who have watery eyes, hay fever or whose skin tends to absorb or change the quality and color of their make-up.
• Women who have difficulty applying make-up because of poor vision or physical limitations.
• Women with active lifestyles wanting the timesaving convenience from the daily routine of applying make-up.
• Women whose eye makeup smears or smudges on hot days.

Women who have had the procedure comment that if they would have known how convenient it is not to worry about daily eyeliner application, they would have had the procedure done long ago.

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