Miss Nic is looking for some of our Natural Beauties to share their story on the Blog about your journey from relaxed to natural hair or your story as a Natural Beauty in general along with any types of hair tips that you use to share with others. Here at Elegant Edge We love all hair types! Send me an email to elegant.edge10@gmail.com
Hello Blog Lovers!! There's a sale going on right now receive 30-70% off on great jewelry. Natalie's Jewelry Box offers everything a girl could want and more!! Necklaces, Earrings, Bracelets, and Rings!!. Check them out now and don't forget to tell them Miss Nic sent you ;)
Hello Blog Lovers!! It's been forever I know but, I haven't forgotten about you guys to say the least! If you can remember I purchased a few brushes from the Real Techniques Collection a while ago and I have reviewed the core collection and the amazing blush brush. Today as a "comeback" post I will be reviewing the Stippling Brush. As I have stated in previous posts these brushes were created by YouTube Guru (Pixiwoo) (subscribe to her channel she's great!!)/ Makeup Artist Samantha Chapman and they can be purchased at Ulta and online here. Here are the stats on this brush:
This dual-fiber brush is the trade secret for creating airbrushed, high-definition results with all types of makeup:
look pixel-perfect even in harsh light
ultra-plush, synthetic taklon bristles are hand-cut and 100% cruelty-free
What I love about this brush compared to the only other stippling brush I own is doesn't shed! I can apply a little bit of my foundation to my face and this brush will allow me to spread it on buff it into my skin for a flawless airbrushed finish. The head of the brush is dense and I assume this is what makes it great for buffing and offers no shedding. I love the fact that it stands up on its own like the blush brush and I don't have to worry about it falling over onto the counter and smearing any left over product onto my bathroom sink (less to clean up). The brush is easy to clean and it's so stinking cute in pink (love pink by the way)! Just like before I highly recommend these brushes. Unlike other synthetic brushes they are extremely soft and not harsh against the skin. I've cleaned the brush a few times already since purchasing it and the ultra-plush feel remains (simply use baby shampoo or brush cleaner). The brush retails for $10 and if your purchase the brush online from Ulta you will 50% off of your next brush!! What a deal! Check it out loves and let me know what you think!!
Thanks for reading!! Tell a Friend!! and Leave a comment!! ~♥ Peace and Blessings ♥!
Atlanta, GA. February 24th 2012: Triple Magazine is art expression. Triple Magazine’s target is the artistic mind including: fashion, arts and music. The magazine covers new fashion trends, fashion shows, concerts & live performances, current events, auditions, new art styles, music, designers, health, beauty and much more.
With much success from the first two launch parties, Triple Magazine is proud to present the IIIrd Issue Launch Party on Friday, February 24th at Aurum Lounge. Triple Magazine has teamed up with Fashionology a monthly Fashion Industry Mixer. The doors will open at 7pm and the show will begin at 9pm.
Guest of the IIIrd Issue Launch Party will experience an evening of Fashion, Arts and Music. Experience the unveiling of the IIIrd Issue as we showcase some of Fashion’s newest designers, live entertainment and an exquisite after party.
Tickets are $15 in advance, includes one (1) cocktail and $20 the day of the show. VIP Seating tickets are $30.
Tickets can be purchased by clicking the below link:
For more information in regards to the magazine, visitwww.triplemagazine.com; Facebook where we’re listed under Triple Magazine and follow us on Twitter @TripleMag
If you are in the Atlanta Area Check this out!! Hope to see you guys there!!
After reading all of the wonderful comments that you guys left. I was thrilled to know that everyone has a heart to sacrifice something for the holidays. After using random.org for the selection process. I want to say congrats to MYESHA for winning the Design Essentials Holiday Compact Accessory Bag. Please send me an email with your mailing address to elegant.edge10@gmail.com so that you can receive your prize. You have 24 hours to contact me or another winner will be chosen.
Thanks to all that entered the giveaway and I wish everyone a safe and happy holiday!!! Merry Christmas!!
Happy Holidays Blog Lovers!!! I just wanted to share with you guys my experience at the McBride Research Laboratories on this past Monday. I was invited to receive a special Holiday Makeover from the Design Essentials Styling Team as a part of their Holiday Blogger Event. I must say that my hair did need some special attention and I loved the outcome. I would like to personally thank Design Essentials for giving me the opportunity to come and receive my makeover. I learned a lot of new things and some great tips and tricks for maintenance of my own hair. I also was able to learn more information about their great products. Check out the pictures below of the step by step process of my hair makeover.
My Side Before
In the Shampoo bowl getting ready to be shampooed
After the shampoo.
The Demi-Permanent color that was used on my hair (Enigma)
The color application
Under the dryer after I received my hair treatment cocktail
My hair was shampooed with the Design Essentials Organic Cleanse Deep Cleansing Shampoo. It deeply cleanses the hair without stripping the hair of it's natural oils. After my shampoo, I received a refresher for my hair color using their Colaura demi-permanent hair color in the shade Enigma (it is supposed to last for up to 16-20 washes). After my color was rinsed out I received a hair treatment which was a combination of the following: 6-N-1 reconstructive conditioner, Restore Vitamin Treatment, and Silk Essentials. This treatment was called a hair cocktail and is supposed to help reduce the shedding I was experiencing. My hair was later blow dried after being sprayed with HCO (my favorite) and I received a much needed trim and my hair was layered throughout to add body, bounce, and remove split ends. Before styling more Silk Essentials (my other favorite) was added to my hair as a heat protectant.
Francesca, the wonderful stylist, curled my hair using the pHusion flat iron. I was given beautiful, bouncy curls with a lot of shine and body (pictured above). My curls were later transformed into an up-do, to give me an idea for Holiday Parties. After my style was finished my hair was sprayed with Form Holding Spray and Reflections Liquid Shine.
I loved my experience and the stylist was ready and willing to answer all questions and provide much needed information during the makeover process.
You can find more information about the products listed above here.
If you would like to make an appointment with Francesca she has her own salon Pure Essence Francesca's Faces. She is located in Smyrna Georgia. She specializes in natural hair. She did an excellent job with my hair (I have a relaxer). She is talented and can take care of you!! You can find her contact info here.
Hello Blog Lovers!! This Weeks Make-up Wednesday is the Real Techniques Blush Brush. If some can remember I reviewed the Real Techniques core collection a few posts ago (you can find it here). I loved those brushes so much I had to purchase more brushes (more reviews to come)!! This brush is also a synthetic bristle brush and it works great! I would recommend this brush for individuals that are new to make-up and are afraid to use blush. Blush should never be too heavy, but it should be subtle. This brush delivers subtle effects and allows you to gradually layer on your blush color without it being over done. It picks up color easy and allows you to apply the color evenly and smoothly to your face. It is sold alone and comes packaged alone without the stand. However, the shape of the brush will allow it to stand on it's own with ease. I purchased this product offline from Ulta. Check out the Stats below:
Contour and define cheeks for flawlessly blended, high-definition results:
look pixel-perfect even in harsh light
ultra-plush, synthetic taklon bristles are hand-cut and 100% cruelty-free
self-standing for easy storage
extended aluminum handle is light and easy to use (source)
I think I've already stated that I love this brush, but I really love this brush (for those who didn't catch it the first time :)). I like to use it to layer my blush color and help to add shimmer to matte blush colors. I would definitely recommend giving this brush a try because it is worth the purchase. I have incorporated it into my make-up routine and it works great for me!!
Hello Blog Lovers!!! I have a surprise for you!! Today is the last day for the month of November and tomorrow will be the first of December!! Can you believe that the year 2011 will be over in just 32 days??!! Time flies and doesn't slow down for anyone. Giggles. To kick off the Christmas Spirit I was contacted by a Design Essentials Rep to host a Giveaway just for my lovely blog followers!!
Design Essentials (my ultimate favorite salon brand of products) is currently offering a Holiday Compact Accessory for just $5.00 (While supplies last here). One lucky blog reader will receive this cute Holiday Compact Accessory bag filled with sample sizes of the Hydrate Leave-in Hydrating Conditioner, Detail Extra Hold High Gloss Setting Lotion, and Sleek Edge Control.
Hydrate Leave-In Hydrating Conditioner is a cream based leave-in conditioner hat softens and moisturizes dry, thirsty hair. It's formulated with botanical extracts like Jojoba and Sweet Almond Oil, and leave the hair brilliantly shiny.
Detail Extra Hold High Gloss Setting Lotion is a ready-to-use setting lotion that delivers a medium to firm hold while leaving hair soft enough for effortless combing and styling. It creates smooth, shiny sets, molds, and is excellent for blow-drying too. Infused with Panthenol and Wheat Protein. Detail Extra Hold also protects hair against heat.
Sleek Edge Control is a moisturizing smoothing gel that smoothes edges and creates sleek styles. SLEEK tames flyaways, and provides texture to short, spiky styles. It also gives hair a finished, polished look with intense sheen.
Entry Rules
Must be a blog follower
Must be 18 years or older
U.S. Resident
To be considered for Entry please leave a comment below and tell me if you could give one thing away to someone in need (this holiday season) what would it be and why.
The contest begins today and Ends Friday December 16, 2011 at 3 PM EST.
For more information about Design Essentials Click Here
Hello Blog Lovers!! I wanted to share with you guys my Julep Maven Box for the month of November!! I've recently become a nail polish junkie. Every time I go into the store I pick up some type of nail polish. I usually stick to neutrals and pinks, but I've recently branched out to all of the colors. I think it's because my sister made fun of my nail polish collection and I quote, "your collection is lame it's too many pinks." LOL Anyways, I heard about Julep Maven via LipSH0CK on Youtube (Great MUA and Great Tutorials) and I decide to give it a try. Check out the stats on the Julep Maven Beauty Editor Program below.
Stats:
Monthly Editor Sneak Peak Box includes Over $40.00 worth of products each month. It comes delivered in a customized giftable beauty editor Sneek Peek Box.
It features new, never before released colors and treatments First to you, before anyone else.
Also includes hits and cult favorites-the products that are at the top of editors' minds
You will receive invitations to exclusive Julep Maven online events
Receive 20% off all julep.com purchases
Free shipping!!!
Each Julep Maven Beauty Editor is able to request a "Shelf Pull" each month between the 20th and 25th of each month. You will be sent an email of what is inside your box for the month before it arrives. If you don't like it you can request a "Shelf Pull" to change it!
Send your Sneek Peek Box to a Girlfriend as a gift for the month if you choose to do so. You can make those arrangements under the My Account Tab at Julep.com and select that option by the 25th of each month.
Skip a Month if you like! You can choose to skip a month free of charge. This must be done between the 20th and 25th of each month.
Sign up and tell and a Friend and receive a $15 give certificate for every person you refer.
Membership fee is only $19.99 a month and inside you receive goodies just to fit your Maven Style.
Thanks for reading and watching!! Tell a Friend and Leave Comments!! Peace and Blessings!!
Hello Blog lovers!! I would like to say WELCOME to all of my new followers! To close out November (forgive my lack of posting, blame it on school) I would like to share with you guys another one of my favorite Shea Moisture products. I have been using this religiously since I purchased it and I can honestly say I LOVE IT. My hair loves it more!! This weeks HPOW is the Shea Moisture Organic Raw Shea Butter Deep Treatment Masque (with sea kelp, Argan oil, and Shea butter). I purchased this product along with the Shea Moisture Shea Butter Moisture Retention Shampoo from Target for $10. Check out the stats below:
Stats
It smells great and it's affordable. It contains No Parabens, No phtalates, No Paraffin, No Gluten, No Propylene Glycol, No Mineral Oil, No Synthetic Fragrance, No PABA, No Synthetic color, NO DEA, No Animal Ingredients, and most of all NO SULFATES!! It does however contain some all natural organic ingredients such as Shea Butter, Sea Kelp, and my favorite Argan Oil! It's purely organic and I have used it every single time I shampoo my hair (since purchasing it) and I love it! I combine this conditioner with my Creme of Nature Argan Oil Conditioner (applying it first) and then I apply the Deep Treatment Masque, covering the entire head; apply my plastic bag and leave it on for as long as I desire to do so. The directions suggest5-30 minutes then rinse. This conditioner can also be used as a frizz free moisturizing styling creme. I will definitely be repurchasing this product (once I run completely out) and continuing to use it on my hair. This conditioner alone will heal, grow, and strengthen the hair and leave it manageable and soft.
You can find this product at other retailers such as: Wal-greens and Walmart. The Shea Moisture Line sales also bath, baby, and shaving products for men.
Hello Blog Lovers!! I know it's been a while but I wanted to share this Makeup look that I just recently created using the Urban Decay Naked Palette. If you haven't subscribed to the YT Channel then what on earth are you waiting for?? There is some fun things happening over there. Check out the Video Below and tell me what you think!!
Products Used:
Face:
Smash box Foundation Primer
Mac Studio Fix Fluid NC50
Eyebrows:
NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder in Taupe
NYC colors Eyebrow Pencil in Dark Brown
Mac Concealer NC50
Eyes:
Urban Decay Primer Potion
NYX Eye shadow Base in Natural
Urban Decay Naked Palette
-Naked
-Hustle
-Creep
-Virgin
-Sin
Mac Blush Blunt
Maybelline Falsies Mascara
NYX Eye pencil (Black)
Elf Cream Liner in Black
Face:
Coastal Scents Camouflage Palette
-Honey Toned Concealer (eye highlight)
Mac Highlight Powder (Honey Nectar)
Mac Mineralized Skin Finish (Dark)
Cheeks:
Mac Blush Razin
Mac Blush Ambering Rose
Mac Blush Blunt (Contour)
Lips:
NYX Lip gloss Smokey Look
Disclaimer: Please do not take my pics with out asking permission first..Please and Thank You.
Thanks for Watching!! Tell a Friend!! and Leave Comments!! ~♥ Peace and Blessings ♥~
