I had some time to kill today before my haircut, so I decided to treat myself to a mini manicure. (For once my nails were looking respectable so I'm trying to keep 'em in shape). Trouble is, mini-manicures are hard to find in Charlotte. When I lived in the Big Apple, I could get a mini-mani everywhere (sometimes a mini-mani and pedi). In the City, they're quick and cheap, maybe ten dollars. But in Charlotte, manicures are upwards of 15 bucks. Today I decided to put my foot down. Well, better make that my hand down. I told the girl in the walk-in salon that I just wanted a polish change. No parrafin wax, no sugar scrubs, no frills, you get the point. She followed my instructions and gave me an $8 polish change. I gave her a $2 tip. Exactly what the doctor ordered.
Top Shelf Recommendation:
If you have coarse hair or thick hair and it's feeling a little dry, try Aveda's Cherry Almond Bark conditioner. It will do the trick. Use two to three times a week, based on hair type.
1.08.2005
1.05.2005
Follow-up
Yesterday I was talking about the wonders of mascara. I meant to mention one that I really like that I bought during Christmas. It's called Illusionist, by Estee Lauder. I use 01 (black) . Illusionist is a curling mascara, but I like it because it's got a great wand brush. I find I get clean lashes with a nice tint. No glob, goo or mess. (By the way ... it's a good idea to buy new mascara every 3 months or so. You want to avoid bacteria growth. And don't share mascara either, except in dire emergencies!)
On a different note, I keep having these wedding nightmares. I'm slightly concerned because the wedding is already over, like two months ago. Anyway, last night I dreamt that my incredible make-up artist Gayle York showed up late to do my bridal make-up. Weird dream. It was very stressful. I felt like I couldn't breathe. But Brides-to-be -- I promise that Gayle will never be late. She is talented and prompt.
Now, to conclude ... I must quote my wonderful friend Erica.
She had a less than perfect experience at Sephora looking for a tinted moisturizer. In her email to me she said:
"Anyway, my summary of that experience is never to take beauty advice from a girl that looks like a male clown."
Ain't that the truth! Have you ever been at a make-up counter and thought, "Why am I asking this person for advice." The beautybabe never understands why women at make-up counters don't look better. How hard is it to look pretty when you have the world of products at your fingertips?
My brother's girlfriend Kelly says that when she worked at MAC the customers would come to her because she was the only girl that looked normal (i.e. no goth) .
Top Shelf Recommendation:
Looking for a good tinted moisturizer? Try Laura Mercier's. I love it. I've used it in "sand" for a long time. I got my cousin to use it, too. My only advice - in the winter you made need to mix it with a little moisturizer as it's very light. But I hear it's what the pros call a "layering product."
On a different note, I keep having these wedding nightmares. I'm slightly concerned because the wedding is already over, like two months ago. Anyway, last night I dreamt that my incredible make-up artist Gayle York showed up late to do my bridal make-up. Weird dream. It was very stressful. I felt like I couldn't breathe. But Brides-to-be -- I promise that Gayle will never be late. She is talented and prompt.
Now, to conclude ... I must quote my wonderful friend Erica.
She had a less than perfect experience at Sephora looking for a tinted moisturizer. In her email to me she said:
"Anyway, my summary of that experience is never to take beauty advice from a girl that looks like a male clown."
Ain't that the truth! Have you ever been at a make-up counter and thought, "Why am I asking this person for advice." The beautybabe never understands why women at make-up counters don't look better. How hard is it to look pretty when you have the world of products at your fingertips?
My brother's girlfriend Kelly says that when she worked at MAC the customers would come to her because she was the only girl that looked normal (i.e. no goth) .
Top Shelf Recommendation:
Looking for a good tinted moisturizer? Try Laura Mercier's. I love it. I've used it in "sand" for a long time. I got my cousin to use it, too. My only advice - in the winter you made need to mix it with a little moisturizer as it's very light. But I hear it's what the pros call a "layering product."
1.04.2005
With a Wave of My Magic Wand
Hey, I got some new mascara. I've been wanting to sample the new Lash-in-a-tube concept for a while. So when I was shopping with my friend Joanna we stopped in an Ulta and I bought some. Actually we went in to browse, but who browses when make-up is involved. It's shop, drop and squeal. Anyway, I like Ulta. Stuff's real cheap. Anyway, I liked the new mascara. I got dark, pretty lashes. (But wait! I thought I already had those) Eventhough I liked the product, I have to admit I couldn't tell what the difference was between this stuff and other mascaras I've ever used. Believe me. This beautybabe has tried 'em all. Now, on a more practical note, one cool aspect to this lash-in-a-tube concept is that the product is very clean and doesn't seem to spill over. Good if you travel or carry it with you during the day.
Top Shelf Recommendation:
Physicians Formula Lash-In-A-Tube
Available at Ulta (beautybabe's 2nd heaven) and other drugstores.
Top Shelf Recommendation:
Physicians Formula Lash-In-A-Tube
Available at Ulta (beautybabe's 2nd heaven) and other drugstores.
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