Holiday Beauty 101
Instagram, Snapchat, Youtube, Periscope. Among all the negativity of social media, a huge plus is the opportunity to look into the beauty secrets once held for the Hollywood elite. Once taboo and concentrated in metropolitan areas, such practices like lip, brow, and lash enhancement are available for a fraction of the price. If you're looking for a new esthetic adventure to try out this holiday season look no further.
Lash Extensions:
Some of us were born with long lashes (usually men who have no need for them), for the rest of us its a love-hate relationship with mascaras and glue on falsies. Luckily someone figured out who to make lash extensions natural looking and longer lasting. #BLESSUP. A few pearls: make sure you know what you want. Lash extensions can range from subtle " what mascara do you use" to "see my lashes before you see my eyes" glamorous. If you don't tell the lash artist your style and preferred outcome, don't expect them to read your mind. Pictures are very helpful in all things beauty. Second: cost. A set will start low end around $300 and can last for several weeks with proper maintenance. These are NOT permanent and will need "refills" and regular upkeep which is usually about half the cost and time commitment. Finally, as always, make sure you go to a professional. Eye infections are common if improper application is used and THAT is not cute.
Check out Skye Lash Lounge in Louisville, KY for more info.
Photo Courtesy of Skye Lash Lounge
Microblading
Brows are the new black and having them "On Fleek" is the key to any glam look. A good set of brows can forgive many a beauty blunder (that contour job that turned you into Skeletor). With all the waxing, tweezing and threading, many of us end up with too thin and sparse brows. COME IN MIRCOBLADING. A new spin on tattooed brows, this technique emulates the natural feathering of real brows. A few things: this semi-permanent treatment last anywhere from 18 months to a few years with proper upkeep. As always do your research, bring pictures, and find a professional. A botched job will permanently have you looking like Anthony Davis pre-draft. Depending on your location plan a few hours and upwards of $750 for this beauty staple.
Check out The Perfect Frame in Los Angeles, CA for more info.
Courtesy of A Prefect Frame
Lip Fillers:
Is that you Kylie? Hail the beauty goddesses thin-pouted pals! Lip fillers are not only accessible to any beauty lover, but have matured to be more subtle, natural and affordable. No longer a permanent surgical procedure, now one of the fastest ways to create volume in your lips and reduce lines around your mouth can be done in a few minutes. Restylane and Restylane Lyft have been FDA approved since 2003 and still the most widely used dermal filler worldwide. With an experienced, licensed professional. You can no get a little boost to your pout for under $500.
Check out this Marie Claire UK article:
Ending thoughts
You are beautiful just the way you are. I don't say that as a joke but sincerely. That being said, if you have the means and desire to fancy yourself up, don't let anyone stop you. Just make sure you don't break the bank and always go to a professional.
Happy Glaming
