Holiday-Inspired Makeup Looks

Yes, yes, we all know, ‘Tis the season to be merry and jolly. But guess what? It’s also the season to (gently) slap some sparkles onto your face and slay those holiday-inspired makeup looks.

Christmas parties are in full force and if you haven’t had a chance to doll up yet, here are a few makeup trends I’ve found that are perfect to try this winter, from lazy makeup tutorials to full-on glam! Show off these beauty looks at your next holiday gathering.

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Happy holidays!

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SPRING 2018 MUST-HAVE BEAUTY PRODUCTS

With Spring quickly approaching, we’ve turned to the runways to forecast this seasons makeup trends. Hold tight to your champagne highlighters and pastel shades— some trends are meant to last for a reason.

Spring gives us the urge to try new colours and products. Scroll below to see the trending products you need to get your hands on!

TRANSFORMING TOPCOATS

One lip colour shade is just not enough. High shine lip products to layer over your lipstick give you a holographic look that is to drool for. Transform your lips with a shade-shifting product that can be bought from makeup brands includingBarry M, Laura Geller, and Urban Decay.

NATURAL HIGHLIGHT

“IF YOU CAN’T SEE MY HIGHLIGHTER FROM SPACE, I’M NOT WEARING ENOUGH!”

This season try natural skin-mimicking highlighters from Becca, Nars andHourglass Cosmetics. These shimmery highlighters will leave your skin looking fresh and dewy.

COLOUR CORRECTORS 

Colour correcting is the latest trend in the makeup industry. It is a technique of using colourful primer and concealers to correct your skin tone while giving you a natural look. Most people use this under the eyes to get rid of dark circles.

“COLOR CORRECTING HELPS TO ACHIEVE A BALANCE IN SKIN TONE AND EVENS OUT THE OVERALL COMPLEXION,” SAYS MARC JACOBS BEAUTY GLOBAL MAKEUP ARTIST GILBERT SOLIZ. “USING [THESE PRODUCTS] WILL DECREASE THE AMOUNT OF CONCEALER AND FOUNDATION USED TO COVER FLAWS.” – VANITY FAIR MAGAZINE 

INTO THE BLUE

Have fun with makeup this season and try bold, mood-lifting shades of blue. There are multiple ways for you to achieve a bright eye look using blue eyeliner!

LIP BALM OVER LIPSTICKS

Not a fan of wearing lipsticks? Substitute your lipsticks for the return of specialist lip balms this Spring. Cosmetic brands such as L’Oreal, Dior and Bobbi Brownhave released glitter infused balms that can be worn alone or over a nude lip colour to enhance the colour and shine of the balm!

LIP BALM OVER LIPSTICKS

Not a fan of wearing lipsticks? Substitute your lipsticks for the return of specialist lip balms this Spring. Cosmetic brands such as L’Oreal, Dior and Bobbi Brownhave released glitter infused balms that can be worn alone or over a nude lip colour to enhance the colour and shine of the balm!

Article was written for John Casablancas Institute Blog

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Lash Extensions Trend for Summer

Summer is almost here, and with the new season comes new trends. Luckily for those of us who like to hit snooze, you can save some time off your daily routine with the latest phenomenon to hit the beauty world! Eyelash extensions are the longer-term alternative to false lashes, which are attached individually onto your natural lashes and can last up to a month.

With great lashes come great responsibility, so here are both pros and cons of getting extensions:

PROS:

Waking up ready to go for the day is by far the biggest advantage of lash extensions. During application, you get to relax, lay back with your eyes closed and listen to chill music in the background as the lash technician makes your lashes long and beautiful.

The completely painless procedure will give you the lashes of your dreams in only 1-2 hours. Having lash extensions will definitely make Monday mornings easier. You might just find yourself getting addicted to batting your eyelashes!

“Lash extensions complete the look for an effortless morning.” — Jennifer Sterling, JCI Body Spa Instructor

CONS:

Let’s be honest, once you start getting lash extensions, there’s no stopping there. The only pain you may experience from your extensions is the swiping your credit card every few weeks. Lash extensions are not cheap and getting the best treatments can cost upwards of $100. Though fill appointments (upkeep after the initial application) are less costly, they will add up over time.

Maintenance doesn’t end there – you have to remember not to rub your eyes and will even be required to blow dry your lashes after showering. Brushing your lashes is also a must to prevent tangles. As with any treatment, it’s important to understand that infections and allergic reactions can sometimes occur, so chose a properly trained lash technician to keep that risk to a minimum.

There you have it, the pros and cons of lash extensions! Ready to try them out for yourself? You can book lash extensions appointment at the JCI Body Spa by calling 604-688-0328.

Article written for John Casablancas Institute Blog

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