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MANAGING YOUR OILY SKIN

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Let’s just say it, managing oily skin sucks. Your subaceous  glands (microscopic exocrine glans in the skin which secrete oil) are over-active and secrete oily matter. And before you know it, acne, blackheads, whiteheads, enlarged or clogged pores have occurred. So what do you do to help control the breakouts? Well, hopefully this blog will help.

  • CLEANSING – Make sure you cleanse your skin at least twice a day with a gel or a foam cleanser which is oil free. Look for cleansers that contain benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, glycolic acid or beta hydroxy acid. Always use benzoyl peroxide, as it is specifically made for mild to moderate acne. Also, you may have to try several different cleansers to find the right fit. And DO NOT  use harsh abrasive cleansers because it will strip your skin of its natural oil.  When this happens, your sebaceous glands will produce more oil. The last thing you want to happen.
  • EXFOLIATE – Yes. Exfoliate once a week to help rid your face of dirt and dead skin. But be gentle and do not scrub hard.
  • TONER – Using a toner on a daily basis will help aid in the elimination of excess oil. Any alcohol free toner from your local drugstore will work. Apply  the toner to the oiliest areas of your skin. If you start getting patches of dryness, stop using that particular toner.
  • MOISTURIZER – Believe it or not, if you have oily skin it is important that you use moisturizer. As I mentioned before, when you strip your skin, those pesky sebaceous glands will produce more oil to make up for the lack thereof. When purchasing a moisturizer, choose one which is light, oil-free and non-comedogenic. Avoid moisturizers which contain lanolin or isopropyl myristate.
  • SUNSCREEN – Don’t be afraid of sunscreens. Not all are greasy. If you skip sunscreen, you are exposing yourself to freckles, brown spots and carcinoma (skin cancer). When choosing a sunscreen, look for one which is oil-free and has an SPF of 30. This will give your skin adequate protection.

Oily skin is the devil. But when you take extra steps to care for your skin, you can help keep acne at bay. And as always, if you see your skin is not responding to routine skin care, see your local dermatologist for some extra help.

LAST CHANCE TO ENTER IT COSMETIC BRUSH SET GIVEAWAY

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Today at 6pm is the last time to enter the enter the It Cosmetic Brush Set giveaway. You could win the following brushes:

  • Multi-powder brush
  • Foundation brush
  • Concealer brush
  • No tug crease brush
  • No tug all over eyeshadow brush
  • Travel case

IT COSMETICS BRUSH SET GIVEAWAY

The giveaway is open to those living in the United States who are 18 years or older. Your email address will remain private. You do not need to purchase anything to enter.

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5 FOUNDATION APPLICATION TIPS

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Everyone, and I mean everyone, will eventually run into a problem when applying their foundation.  By far, the two most common problems are choosing the right shade of foundation and applying the foundation correctly. So I did a little research, and found some solutions to these problems that I will share with you.

Foundation Applicaiton Tips

  1. APPLICATION – 1) If you choose to use a brush to apply your foundation, use a brush that rounded at the top. Take the brush and apply it to your skin using circular motions. This method will help you to use less foundation and allow you to build coverage. 2) If you choose to use a blending sponge, make sure your blender is damp. Lightly dip the blender  into the foundation and press (do not pat) the blender in and around your face. Pressing the foundation will help you achieve an air-brushed appearance. 3) If you choose to use your fingers, blend the foundation up and around your face.  Using your fingers helps warm the foundation, making it easier to blend.
  2. FOUNDATION SHADE – When looking for a new foundation, test the foundation shade on your jawline. You will know you have the proper shade when the color of the foundation disappears on your skin without much blending.
  3.  USING A CONCEALER – If you use a concealer prior to putting on your foundation, you will have the tendency to use more foundation than necessary. It is best to apply your concealer AFTER you have applied your foundation because it will help your makeup look crease free. Look for a color which is one shade lighter than your natural skin tone. Anything lighter will look fake and will give you that raccoon eyes effect.
  4. USING A PRIMER – Use a primer before applying your foundation. Using a primer will act as a way to ensure that your foundation appears flawless because it makes your skin into a smoother surface. If you are concerned about redness, dullness or uneven pigmentation, look for color correcting primer to even out your skin tone.
  5. CLEAN CANVAS – Before applying foundation, it is extremely important to make sure you are starting with a clean canvas. This means cleansing to remove any dirt; exfoliate to get rid of dead skin cells and moisturize, as foundation settles best into hydrated skin.

It is all about technique when using foundation and using the products in a way that will let you achieve a flawless, yet natural looking skin.

What tip(s) do you have to offer when it comes to applying foundation?

 

3 LASH PRIMERS I AM LOVING NOW

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Primers. They make our lashes appear thicker and give them more volume than just using mascara alone. And because of what they can do, lash primers have become very popular on the market. Flooded with many, many lash primers, which one should you choose? Here are a few that I think are worthy of checking out to help amplify your lashes.

3 Lash Primers I'm loving now

L’Oreal Voluminous Primer – this lash primer is the perfect partner for your mascara to boost every lash look.  The primer is lightweight and builds extraordinary volume to your lashes. This lash primer conditions over time for soft nourished lashes.  It goes on like white mascara, but gets covered up when you put on your mascara.  The application goes on smoothly and is easily removed at the end of the day.  L’Oreal Voluminous Primer retails for $8.99 and may be purchased at your local drugstore, ULTA and Target.

L'Oreal Voluminous Lash Primer Swatch

Clinique Lash Building Primer – this lash conditioning boosts the effects of Clinique mascaras.  But you don’t necessarily need to use a Clinique mascara with this primer. A unique polymer combination holds this mascara to lashes for a longer, fuller look and extended wear. And the moisturizing formula helps condition and mend dry lashes. This is a good primer. It does not leave my lashes stiff and clumpy like other primers I have used. Clinique Lash Building Primer retails for $16.50. It may be purchased at ULTA, Sephora and Macy’s.

Clinique Lash Primer Swatch

Diorshow Maximizer 3D Triple Volume Plumping Lash Primer – this wonderful primer has two uses; a deep conditioner for lashes at night and on a daily basis under mascara. The primer is lightweight and intensifies the effects of the mascara.  This makes my lashes look longer and more beautiful than ever. It also keeps them spaced apart. They literally look fake! And I love the look of falsies. The Diorshow Maximizer 3D Triple Volume Plumping Lash Primer retails for $29.50. It may be purchased at Sephora, Macy’s and Nordstroms.

Diorshow-Maximizer 3D Triple Volume Plumping Lash Primer Swatch

Whichever primer you choose, it will make your lashes appear longer and fuller, and give your mascara extended wear. I can always see the difference when I do not put on a layer of primer before I put on mascara.  And here is a quick tip, do one eye at a time and put your mascara on while your primer is still wet.

Do you have a favorite primer, and if you do, why do you love it so much?