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The Soho Project

Treat yourself so that others can be treated fairly!

What girl does not love a good salon day? Well, your opportunity to start off your summer with a bang (or actual bangs) is here!  Sip on champagne and other delectable summer delights while getting pampered by professional Beverly Hills hair stylists. 

Please join Olympic Medalist Kimberly Glass, SoHo Project (www.sohoproject.com), Thalia Jewelry and the elite style team of Planet Salon in Beverly Hills on Monday, June 4th from 4-8pm and treat yourself while also raising money and awareness for FAIR Girls, an charity that prevents the exploitation of girls worldwide through education and empowerment. All the stylists will be donating both their talent and time for the cause. The suggested donation for a haircut is $50, blowout and makeup application for a suggested donation of $50. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are always welcomed.  

To book an appointment please call 310-990-2094 or email info@sohoproject.com

To pre-pay for your service with a credit card please visit: http://shear_goodness.charityhappenings.org/

*Also, that evening Thalia Jewelry will be showcasing a stunning jewelry collection benefiting FAIR Girls called the “Graces Collection”. Thalia Jewelry offers high-end, exquisite, one-of-a-kind Byzantine and Etruscan-inspired jewelry.  So please stop by and purchase with a purpose! All the pieces are designed and made with love. 

 

Beach Essentials

Beach season is only two months away (bathing suits = fear, rage, and eventual drinking), therefore, preparation is key. It’s time to start stocking up for your beach bag! Since lazy beach days include an after sun trip to the cocktail hour, I have included the SPF essentials, and some easy travel makeup kits that will take you from sand to shore without a blink.

And don’t forget these important tips!:

First, sunscreen and skin care are key.

The sun in all its splendor can be extremely searing and the pools chlorine and the oceans salt water can wreck havoc on your skin and hair. Having some multi-tasking products on hand that can provide SPF protection and hydrating goodness all in one is your best bet. The less you have in your beach bag, the better.

Hair:

Stock up on SPF oils for the hair that shield and replenish all in one little bottle. My favorite way to take advantage of these products is to slather the oils throughout the ends of the hair. Next, braid or pile your hair into a bun, and let the oils penetrate, protect, and utilize the heat of the sun to full effect. Beach hair in all its glory!

Body:

Make sure to moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. Try out cooling lotions, spray oils, or aloe. The most important thing is to make sure your skin is being restored of all its natural oils.

Makeup/Skincare:

Just because you are at the shore doesn’t mean you have to go au natural. There are some extraordinary waterproof formulations that will last through humidity, water, and heat. You can have a summertime glow by applying concealer, a cheek tint, and an SPF lip balm. Top it off with water proof mascara and you are ready to look like a summer goddess. Ready to get your shop on? Fill your beach bag with my handpicked favorite products:

Beach Essentials by themakeupblogger featuring bikini bathing suits

Miu Miu bikini bathing suit

 

ASOS genuine leather handbag

CoverGirl Gloss Balm inm Peony

 

Covergirl Waterproof LashBlast mascara

 

Peter Thomas Roth face powder

 

Kate Somerville Daily Deflector face moisturizer

 

Miracle Skin Body Transformer 

Rodin Olio Lusso body moisturizer

Josie Maran Argan Oil cheek and lip kit

 

Banana Republic Raffia Sunhat

 

Avene Thermal Spring Water

Huile de Magnolia de Leonor Greyl

 

Milani Cosmetics Summertime Looks

Nothing makes me happier than to find a makeup brand that delivers an amazing product, high quality pigments, and stunning colors at a ridiculously affordable price. Seriously, I do the makeup happy dance. 

Milani Cosmetics is one of the drugstore brands that I have always passed by, but never truly explored....until now. A few weeks ago I was introduced to the brand, and I joyfully discovered that this line not only has a cult following, but that their products resemble some of the top department store brands.  Think of them as the MAC of your local drugstore!  Their colors are bright, on trend, and have incredible longevity.  

I am personally obsessed with their eyeliners and lipsticks, which feel like velvet on my skin. Another great thing about this makeup brand is that you can experiment with the bright new colors for Spring without breaking the bank. With prices ranging from $2-14 dollars, you have no reason not to give this fantastic brand a try. 

Below are some of my favorites:

Milani Summertime Collection by themakeupblogger featuring a lip gloss

Eyeshadow

 

Blush

 

Eyeshadow

 

Lip gloss

 

Milani

 

Milani Marbleized Baked Eyeshadow, Green Fortune 618

 

Milani Lipstick, Barely There 53

 

Milani | Blog
blog.milanicosmetics.com

 

What to Expect When You’re Expecting: Beauty Edition

Pregnancy Tips by themakeupblogger featuring a lip gloss

What to Expect When You’re Expecting: Beauty Edition

Celebrities like Jessica Simpson and Kristen Calvalari look beautiful during their pregnancy – but they don’t do it alone. Having unlimited access to the best experts and advice makes navigating the wide world of maternity beauty that much easier. Here is list of some easy maternity tips to help!

How does pregnancy affect hair?

• Pregnancy affects every woman’s hair differently. Some may notice that their hair gets thicker while others may find that it gets thinner; some experience oilier hair, while others battle dryness.
• To maintain healthy hair, she recommends a well-balanced diet and making sure moms-to-be get all necessary nutrients.

What are the best ways to handle the changes happening on your scalp?

• Teca Lewellyn, P&G Beauty Scientist recommends switching your shampoo to account for the changes happening. She says, “If hair tends to get dry, switch to a moisturizing shampoo, or if it becomes curly, try switching to a curls shampoo.  Just pay attention to how your hair changes and work with it.”
• If you find that hair becomes dry with pregnancy, swap in Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care Shampoo and Conditioner, which contains almond oil to help the skin maintain moisture. This system helps to create manageable hair that is protected and ready for your daily styling routine.

What does pregnancy do to skin?

• Some women won’t see any noticeable effects during their pregnancy. 
• However, some experience several changes in the skin including dryness, itchiness, acne and stretch marks.
•  In the meantime, find products that work with your changing skin type. For instance, keep dry legs looking silky smooth with the Venus & Olay Razor. 
• The five blades combined with Olay Moisture Bars help lock-in moisture for less dryness and a smooth shave.
• Another common issue that many pregnant women experience is chloasma, also known as the mask of pregnancy. It manifests as muddy brown patches that are typically symmetrically distributed on the face (cheeks, forehead, nose, chin, etc.). 
• If this happens, Dr. Lefkowicz recommends careful sun avoidance and protection since UV exposure will make it worse.  
• To help keep your facial skin looking great from pregnancy and beyond, try Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream. This “super cream” helps to restore the volume and shape of the skin’s surface cells smoothing the skin and restoring elasticity.

A baby on the way means limited time to focus on my makeup routine – how can I achieve an effortless look with limited time?

• To be ready at a moment’s notice – like that inevitable hospital picture with new baby and family –Celebrity Makeup Artist Jake Bailey recommends looking for products that are multi-taskers. COVERGIRL + Olay Tone Rehab 2-in-1 Foundation is easy to apply and contains Olay serums that keeps the foundation from drying. 
• You can apply a full face of liquid foundation in less than 30 seconds if you rub a dime size dollop between your palms and blend over your face and neck thoroughly the same way you would apply a lotion. 
• These liquid foundations are perfect because they still allow some of that new mom glow to shine through.
• Another time-saving tip is to do your lips and cheeks simultaneously with a sheer lipstick. Look for one just a shade brighter than your natural lip color. Try CoverGirl Natureluxe Gloss Balm, Peony 
• First apply to your lips from the tube.
•  If you have a sheer formula there is less need for meticulous application. Just apply and smack...no mirror necessary! Then lightly dot the lipstick into the apples of both cheeks and blend in with your fingertips.
• Lastly, curl your lashes and apply a rich black mascara. CoverGirl LashBlast 24hr formula will last all day.
• If you still have time, smudge a tiny bit of cream or liquid shadow into your lash line using your fingertip and voilà – a beautiful, fuss-free look in a fraction of the time.

Always remember, no one expects you to look perfect.  Sometimes, that new mom glow and permanent smile on your face is all you need!

 

Stalk Me on Currently Obsessed.Me!

If you are anything like me, than you follow a ridiculous amount of blogs looking for a few great products.  I have filled my bookmarks tab with hundreds of "favorite products" to try out, only to forget about them, or get flustered that they are all over the place. 

Now, I simply "stalk" my favorite bloggers and their top beauty and style finds all in one place.  Oh Happy Day! 

The great thing about CurrentlyObessed.Me is that you can "stalk" your favorite bloggers in real time as they divulge their newest obsessions and favorite finds.  I personally update my page daily, so that the products I am loving (or are personal staples) are all in one place.  It is a great way to keep track of the latest and greatest goods I am using, or plan to use in the future.

So, please Stalk Me!  and join me in my newest obsession.  You can thank me later. xoxo