July 18, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
.Add something sweet and unexpected to your nails this summer with butter LONDON’s latest nail lacquer collection, Colour Clash. The collection includes vibrant shades that are versatile and fun-loving, and 3 Free (NO Formaldehyde, NO Toluene, NO DBP). Turn up the volume with bright greens, blues and pink in Wellies, Giddy Kipper and Cake-Hole. If you want to rock that summer white, go bold with the company’s shade of Cotton Buds. Each bottle retails for $15 and can be found at butterLONDON.com, ULTA beauty stores and Macy’s. The best part about this collection is that it is also great for fall, so you can make that summer spirit and style last just a little longer.
July 5, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
A hair brush is one of those things that you certainly usevery day of your life, BUT do you remember the last time that you cleaned it? Every time you use your brush it comes in contact with greasy hair follicles, dust particles, as well as any product you use in your hair. Over time, all this dirt and grime builds up and gets spread throughout your hair every time you brush and style it. The solution to all this messiness? A good old fashioned brush bath. This simple method will extend the life of your brush as well as giving you cleaner, healthier looking hair.
- To start, remove any hair that is left on the brush using your fingers or a comb. If the hair is really difficult to remove you can use scissors to cut the hair down the middle. You want to get as much out as you can before you continue.
- Wet your brushes or combs under warm running water. Apply a small amount of shampoo to the brush bristles. The shampoo will help break up leftover hair grease and clean your tools.
- You can use a toothbrush or a comb to gently scrub the bristles with the shampoo. Scrub in one direction only for a better clean. Rinse brushes in warm water.
- Dry your brushes on a towel then lay them flat with the bristles facing down to get rid of any excess moisture that could be trapped in the brush bed. Leave them to dry overnight or speed up the dry time by using a hair dryer.
Now that you have a clean brush you want to keep it that way. For best results, you should choose a brush with tough synthetic nylon bristles and a plastic handle. These are the easiest and safest to clean as opposed to wooden handles that swell when exposed to moisture and eventually split apart. Aim to give your brushes a rinse at least once a week and those 100 strokes a night will make your hair feel even better than before.
July 3, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
[Nautica American Flag Jacket; $149 at nautica.com]
celebrations are one of the main reasons we love summer. Not only for the parties but for the way it allows us to celebrate our independent style. Light up your patriotic ensemble with our hand-picked pieces that will make you feel glamorous no matter what star spangled celebration you attend. From a family cookout to a night at the beach watching fireworks, let your freedom ring in style!
[For your red:Kate Spade Bow Belt, $68]
[For your white: Cassis Strapless Mini Dress, $52.20]
[And for your blue: C. Wonder Jelly Tote, $88]
July 1, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
Spring cleaning may have passed, but it’s never too late in the season to give your makeup brushes a good scrub. We’re going to show you a simple and inexpensive way that you can wash and disinfect all of your favorite makeup brush tools, and in fact you should be doing it regularly. This method will get rid of all the oil and bacteria that has collected in your brushes and not only disinfects them, but leaves them feeling brand new. And the best part is that you can find all the supplies you need in your kitchen, all ready to go.
Materials needed:
Antibacterial Dishwashing Soap to remove pigments, oils and dirt
Extra Virgin Olive Oil to recondition and keep the hairs from drying out
A large plate
Dirty makeup brushes
- Pour small amounts of the soap and oil onto a plate.
- Stir your brushes in a circular motion to remove leftover pigments and kill bacteria.
- Wipe the brushes back and forth on the palm of your hand.
- Rinse brushes with warm water for best results, then dry with a paper towel.
- Dry brushes with hairs facing down to avoid water seeping into handle. If water gets into the handle, it loosens the glue and the hairs will start to fall out. You can use a brush guard to hang the brushes upside down and keep its shape intact. Let brushes dry overnight.
Use this method at least once a week to keep your brushes, and more importantly your face, squeaky clean and ready for a perfect makeup application.
