The countdown to the party season is starting this week, so now is the perfect time to do some self-maintenance!
Here are some of my favorites tips and personal "must-do's" in the run up to the holidays:
1. Nail Glitz!
Get a treatment pedicure (and closer to the holidays, get a manicure as well); for now, get your feet ready for dancing and heels & put on a fun glimmery nail colour.
Find
Pixi Nail Colour Trio at: http://www.pixibeauty.com/kits/nail-colour-trio
These 3 super glam nail colours are my favorites right now - wear alone or add as a glimmery top coat to any nail colour you are already in love with.
Limited edition - grab one (or 2) while stock lasts!
2. Face Bronzing!
A hint of healthy colour on the face for the holiday season saves time and effort - not to mention that it makes you feel so much more alive every time you look in the mirror!
Find Sisley Self Tanning Hydrating Facial Skin Care
at:
http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/sisley-paris-self-tanning-hydrating-facial-skin-care?ID=592164&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results
3. Brow threading – instant eye lift!
Once a month or so, it's a great idea to have your brows professionally shaped - threading is my favorite way as it lasts so much longer than plucking (don't even think about waxing - not a good idea anywhere on the face!).
Blink
Brow Bar in London: http://www.blinkbrowbar.com/
In London, I always go to Blink Brow Bar at John Lewis on Kings Rd.
The girls there are true masters of their art of Indian threading. I was so excited to find on had opened at Heathrow Terminal 5 now as well! Why would you not do your brows when in transit - genius!
Also make sure to buy a great brow product to enhance them and fill in the shape, like our new favorite brow duo below.
Find
Pixi Natural Brow Duo at: http://www.pixibeauty.com/eyes/natural-brow-duo
The triangular shape of the crayon end makes it easy to do very fine, thin strokes. The gel on the other end blends the crayon, shapes & holds the hairs in place without getting stiff, which i hate! The gel is slightly tinted so that it also covers grey in a natural way (yes, really - I've found several lately!).
4. Dye your Eyelashes!
Go to a salon - just get it done now - that way, you don’t have to wear mascara every day and will still look polished without makeup! :)
Find Salonsystem Eyelash Dye Starter Kit at: http://www.bonanza.com/listings/Salon-System-Eyelash-Tint-Eyelash-Dye-Starter-Kit-226104/69413851
I force my sister to dye my lashes every time I see her - she is an esthetician, so it's kind of her own fault :)! She
always mixes black & blue for me and it comes out beautifully super-black.
Get a new eye
lash curler and make a habit of curling them - it makes all the difference.
Find Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler at:
http://www.shuuemura-usa.com/_us/_en/accessories/eyelash-curlers/eyelash-curler.htm
Dyed lashes + curler = no need for mascara every day! Brilliant for those cozy days at home!
The trick of a good natural looking curl is to curl 3 times on each eye: base, mid-lash, tip. For extra hold on the curl, blast your curler with a hairdryer for a few seconds before using. Really works!
5. Do a juice detox!
A juice detox is a brilliant way to get your body filled with antioxidants, eliminating toxins and losing the pounds. Plus, it gives your energy levels a real boost in the run up to the holidays.
Find at: www.thedetoxmarket.com
I do one every year - this year I'm doing the one above (order online for home delivery after 48 hours in US).
Try to find a friend to do it with - that way it's much easier to stay motivated and not cheat! :)
6. Sultry eye party essentials!
Find Pixi Lash Line Ink at: http://www.pixibeauty.com/eyes/lash-line-ink
Find Pop Peak Performance Mascara at: http://www.popbeautycosmetics.com/Popbeauty_Products/Eyes/Peak_Performance_Mascara/Index.html
Find Pixi Lid Last Shadow Pen Duo
at: http://www.pixibeauty.com/kits/lid-last-shadow-pen-duo-good-morning-eyes
These 3 products are my must-haves to create a party perfect eye in a few minutes:
1. With the Pixi Lash Line Ink, start by making dots as close to the lash line as possible; then - using short strokes - connect the dots. A foolproof and easy way to get a smooth sharp line to define your eyes. It also makes lashes look so much thicker.
2. Now take the two cream-to-powder shadows from Pixi Lid Last Shadow Pen Duo and enhance eyes. Apply the taupe shade just above the liquid liner, under eye and in the crease, tap-blending with your finger. Next, take the highlighting shade and apply to center of lid, browbone and inner corner of eye.
3. Finally, for super-duper defined & lush lashes, my new favorite mascara is from POPbeauty. It's genius! Every application is fresh due to the twist-up, totally airtight pen & the comb applicator makes my lashes look like fake ones - but in a good way! This deep grey-blue colour (Inky Indigo) is my favorite as it really brightens & brings out my blue eyes. Also try this on top of black mascara on the tips of lashes for a really stunning effect!
7. Buy a NEW Makeup Palette!
Perfect for travelling or to use at home, it has been said that makeup palettes are a busy woman's best friend. Who am I to argue with that?!
Find Pixi Early Bird Kit at: http://www.pixibeauty.com/kits/early-bird-kit
Our limited edition holiday palette contains 3 blush colours (golden peach, fresh pink, rose) and 16 eye shades from highlighting to deep definition in flattering shades you will find yourself reaching for everyday! We have also included 4 base colours for eyes (or face) in nude tones that are great to blend with or use as base colour / highlighters. Finally, you also get 3 silky face powders (nude, bronze and glow) that are perfect to sculpt & enhance the face.
All of the shades are mixed to achieve a maximum awakened/energized/pretty look - basically the concept is look like an early bird even if you slept in a little! :)
8. Have a spa night!
Plan a girl’s spa evening at home for some free
pampering & feel-good gossip!
I love our Pixi Line Relax Serum (http://pixibeauty.com/complexion/line-relax-serum). When I'm feeling stressed at work, it shows on my face immediately. I dot this serum on top of my makeup during the day - it hydrates, brightens, softens and has a unique "natural botox" type of complex that penetrates the skin and actually makes the muscles underneath it relax. It's my holiday season miracle-in-a-bottle for sure!
I love our Pixi Line Relax Serum (http://pixibeauty.com/complexion/line-relax-serum). When I'm feeling stressed at work, it shows on my face immediately. I dot this serum on top of my makeup during the day - it hydrates, brightens, softens and has a unique "natural botox" type of complex that penetrates the skin and actually makes the muscles underneath it relax. It's my holiday season miracle-in-a-bottle for sure!
9. Get lots of beauty sleep!
Find
the ultra-comfy Hastens beds at: hastens.com/en-us/
10. Do your gift shopping online in good time for shipping - saves a lot of time & stress!
Try the below links for some cute ideas for anyone on your list:
Women:
Men:
- http://www.redenvelope.com/gifts-him-rfmfv?ref=REDorganicgglgeneric_&prid=rbseogg&tile=hmpg_rightnav_middle
- http://www.theartofshaving.com
Kids /
Teens:
Young Adults / Artsy Types:
- http://www.etsy.com/
- http://www.modcloth.com/Gifts/holiday-gift-guide#by-person
- http://www.fredflare.com/
Yourself (after all, you have to indulge yourself too!):
Look out for my "best gifts" list soon - right here on my blog which, by the way, now has 50,000 readers! Thank you all for joining me and reading my musings every week!!! :)
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