Scarlett Johannson is working the “sex-kitten-meets-bombshell” look to its fullest. The hair is perfect, the makeup is perfect, the dress is perfect. You can recreate this look with what you have. It’s classic and simplistic, yet stylish and sophisticated.
To achieve Scarlett’s soft, flowy curls, nothing but hot rollers will do. Hot rollers have made a come back and they are the perfect tool to create soft, sexy curls. Try Caruso steam rollers. (click on picture for info.) They are better for your hair than hot rollers because they work on steam, not heat. They produce the exact same results as hot rollers.
When it comes to red lips, I’m certainly an aficionado. I adore the “red lip” look. It’s classic and ultra sexy. I have tried (literally) thousands of brands and styles. Beautique (click on picture for details) is my all-time favorite red. I use the pencil all over my lips, as it goes on great as a lipstick, then use thison top. It produces the best red lip ever! The kicker… it’s way inexpensive!
There’s an unwritten rule..or, perhaps it’s written somewhere, that if you opt for a bold lip color, like the red above, you should go with a soft eye look. When you have too much eye and too much lip going on at the same time, your look can go from sophisticated to theatrical in seconds. Scarlett’s top eyelids are lined with a brown liquid liner. If you are a blonde, opt for brown instead of black. It’s less harsh and more flattering to your skintone.
Maybellene’s Great Lash is a long time favorite of makeup artists everywhere (certainly my fav!) But mascara reviews are like food reviews. Honestly, it’s all relative to what you, you, like. Most people, however, like it. It’s ultra-popular with the masses, and often times sold out at stores. Personal fav…brownish black Great Lash with the curved brush. *swoon*
Again, if you are blonde, opt for brownish black Great Lash. It softens your look and is super feminine.
Did you know that 84% of all household waste can be recycled? Recycling is one of the easiest ways to go Green, yet makes a monumental impact to the environment. At a bare minimum, everyone should be recycling. Take care of the waste you create. Be eco-responsible.
If you are still using liquid foundation makeup (nothing wrong with that, although you should just try mineral makeup), using a sponge to apply it with is a must; reason being is that you can spread bacteria onto your skin via your fingers. Bacteria can wreak a whole host of problems, including breakouts and even skin infections.
Not only is using your fingers a bad idea from a bacteria perspective, it also stretches the skin, thereby creating creases, wrinkles and over time, sagging skin. Using your fingers to apply foundation also gives an un-blended appearance.
Fingers, no. Makeup sponges, yes. Regularly change makeup sponges and wash them under hot, soap water. Allow to air dry. Try triangle sponges (pictured) for hard to reach areas such as the eyes.
Plastic bags are not biodegradable. Even if they say they are, they do not decompose fully. Also the ink is made up of cadmium, and is highly toxic when it is released. Whereas paper bags are reusable and biodegradable. If your purchase is small don’t take any bag, this alone could save hundreds of millions of bags. Bring a cloth bag when you shop, or use string bags.
A new trend in haircare currently is dry shampoo. It’s particularly good for hair that tends to go oily.
If you want to see if dry shampoo will work for you, you can easily achieve similar results with cornstarch at home.
That’s right, simple cornstarch from your kitchen pantry works exactly like the main ingredient in dry shampoos, and it’s a fraction of the cost.
Simply shake a small amount of cornstarch on your hair, starting at the scalp, and working your way down the hair to the ends. The cornstarch absorbs excess oils. In total, you’ll use approximately 1/2 cup of cornstarch for medium to long length hair, somewhat less for shorter hair.
I am love, love, loving the new Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base by Loreal. My normal makeup routine has never consisted of a primer…not even a concealer. But it caught my eye in the makeup aisle and curiosity got the best of me and it’s now in my makeup bag!
It retails for $12.99 per 0.5 ounce. Pricey for the amout of product you receive? Maybe, but the plus side of that argument is that very, very little product is needed to be effective. It’s a bit like Chinese food in that you feel you’ll never get to the bottom of the container.
The texture is almost sponge-like, although the overall consistency is a cream. The jar can be tricky if you have long nails like I do, but you can use a small makeup spatula or makeup brush to get the product from the jar.
Rub a very small amount on your face in areas that need some TLC. It minimizes the appearance of pores instantly. And I really mean instantly. The fine lines on your forehead…kiss them goodbye. It smooths uneven surfaces on the face and leaves your face feeling velvety soft.
It can be worn alone or under your makeup for a flawless appearance. What I love about this product is that it’s immediately effective. There’s no waiting “over time” to watch the product develop. It’s instantly apparent. It makes your skin look younger, and keeps that oily T zone at bay.
It also gives you a perfect velvety base in which to apply foundation. It’s fantastic if you want your skin to look 20 years younger, but want to skip makeup for the day. It blends into the skin crystal clear and plumps out imperfections.
The one caveat I have is that this product is not all natural, and I’ve grown accustom to using organic and natural products (think Supernatural Botanicals), but beyond that, this product, in my book, gets Five Stars across the board! Love, love, love it!
Make your own all-purpose eco household cleanser. Combine equal parts of white vinegar and water, and add a couple drops of an essential oil (lemon and lavender are exceptional) to scent the mixture. As effective as supermarket brand cleansers, and eco-friendly! We love that!
Professional yogis don’t use yoga mats just to keep their feet on a soft surface during yoga postures, they use yoga mats because they are incredibly beneficial to help you stretch further. Yoga mats, sometimes called sticky mats, are thick rubber-like surfaces, about 4 feet wide, designed to be under foot while you are doing yoga or Pilates workouts.
When you place your hands and feet on a yoga mat, they almost stick (and sink) into the soft mat, keeping your hands and feet securely firm, with no worry of slipping out of your posture. They are also fabulous for doing stretches, enabling you to stretch deep into your stretches with your feet and/or hands essentially glued to the mat. It truly makes a difference in your workouts.
Also great to stimulate the spine. How to: Lay on your back, hold your bent legs to your chest, wrapping your arms around your bent legs, and rock in a boat pose from head to feet. The thickness of the yoga mat keeps it comfortable for your spine. It will feel like a back massage!
Kiss the carpet goodbye, and try using a yoga mat during your next yoga/Pilates/stretching session. It increases your flexibility by 25% to even 50%. (Those aren’t scientific percentages…it’s just what I can feel in my own workouts.)
Been wanting to compost to reduce your garbage output, create soil for your garden, and save the planet’s eco system at the same time? Composting can be daunting and, admittedly, make a huge mess of your backyard.
Luckily, The Earth Machine does this for you in one contained unit. And, what makes it even better is the deal they have worked out with Hamilton County Environmental Services. They are offering a one day only sale on The Earth Machine for $35, (regularly $100.)
They will have two sale locations, one at Cincinnati State Technical College and one at Princeton High School. The sale will be on Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.
If you aren’t lucky enough to live in Cincinnati, contact your county’s local environmental services and ask them about The Earth Machine.
If you start using a gentle exfoliator on your face, your skin will look better. It’s as simple as that. Exfoliated skin looks fresh and flawless. There are many facial exfoliating options, everything from the Buff Puff to Microdermabrasion and Peels.
A perfect facial exfoliator that’s great for everyday use is exfoliating gloves. Use the gloves to gently exfoliate delicate facial skin. Since you throw them in the washer after use (much like a wash rag) they are more eco-friendly than disposable sponges and puffs. Exfoliating gloves are a must-have to keeping skin looking radiant. They are exceptionally great to exfoliate lips.
To achieve Scarlett’s soft, flowy curls, nothing but hot rollers will do. Hot rollers have made a come back and they are the perfect tool to create soft, sexy curls. Try Caruso steam rollers. (click on picture for info.) They are better for your hair than hot rollers because they work on steam, not heat. They produce the exact same results as hot rollers. 
There’s an unwritten rule..or, perhaps it’s written somewhere, that if you opt for a bold lip color, like the red above, you should go with a soft eye look. When you have too much eye and too much lip going on at the same time, your look can go from sophisticated to theatrical in seconds. Scarlett’s top eyelids are lined with a brown liquid liner. If you are a blonde, opt for brown instead of black. It’s less harsh and more flattering to your skintone. 
Maybellene’s Great Lash is a long time favorite of makeup artists everywhere (certainly my fav!) But mascara reviews are like food reviews. Honestly, it’s all relative to what you, you, like. Most people, however, like it. It’s ultra-popular with the masses, and often times sold out at stores. Personal fav…brownish black Great Lash with the curved brush. *swoon*
