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MAC Cosmetics Next to Nothing Foundation -Bringing Natural Back

Arianne April 13, 2017April 13, 2017Leave a Comment

Raise your hand if you want that old Aaliyah natural beauty back? We all knew this day would come, but it was hard to truly think it would occur because heavy makeup hit the beauty scene so hard. As a result, we are definitely living in a contour and highlighter world. However, a move back towards the natural look is beginning to pop up. MAC Cosmetics is leading way to the whole “less is more.” If you desire a lighter touch of makeup every now and then you have to take a look at the MAC Cosmetics Next to Nothing Foundation.

MAC Cosmetics Next to Nothing Foundation -Bringing Natural Back

Hey, even rapper Kendrick Lamar says he likes his women natural. Nevertheless, there is absolutely nothing wrong with wearing a few more layers of makeup if you want to rock it. It’s your face and you should be free to wear a beauty look that seems more “natural” or one with more razzle dazzle. Just our two cents.

Yet, if bare seems fair, you will love this new release. What can you expect from the MAC Cosmetics Next to Nothing Foundation? Regarding the product the brand says,

“New Next to Nothing Face Color is an ultra-balmy fluid infused with nourishing ingredients and opalescent microspheres, bringing out skin’s luminosity whether worn under makeup or alone. Smooth it on with a sponge or the new 140 Synthetic Full Fan Brush and 141 Synthetic Face Fan Brush to deliver the best results.

Next to Nothing Pressed Powder offers a creamy, trans-formative, light-weight formula for long-lasting, high-comfort wear. The silky-soft texture boasts micro-light boosters that guarantee the look of radiant skin – no filters needed!”

MAC Cosmetics Next to Nothing Foundation

Loving the sound of this new product? You will be happy to know that it is available now! We love how this foundation is subtle, but will still perfect and cover any skin flaws.

Moreover, we have a little something extra that may come in helpful when shopping this product. Below, you will find a comparison chart that will help you have an easier time finding your perfect shade. So then, let your natural beauty shine bright, it’s you not the makeup that is beautiful!

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Women Shaving Their Face – The Beauty Trend That Works!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 21, 2017March 21, 2017Leave a Comment

There is a growing trend of women shaving their face and it has absolutely NOTHING to do with hair removal. For years, we have seen men shave on a daily basis and as girls we probably never thought about doing it ourselves. However, now you may want to give this easy beauty technique a go. Face shaving has many benefits that will simply amaze you!

Women Shaving Their Face – The Beauty Trend That Works

Before we get into how to do it, let’s first talk about why you should. First of all, face shaving has the ability to improve your complexion. Say what?! This is because it can help to prevent clogged pores.

When it comes to skincare prevention is everything. If pores are kept from clogging up then you can skip developing unsightly acne (yay). Shaving is now looked as being a natural exfoliant. Therefore, like a facial scrub it can make your skin softer and keep breakouts at bay without any harmful or harsh ingredients. Can we get an amen?

Moreover, another benefit is the great base shaving can achieve when it comes to makeup application. Since your skin will be smoother from all the razoring, your foundation in turn will go on effortlessly. As you can see, with so many perks it is no wonder women shaving their face regularly is picking up speed!

Women Shaving Their Face – The Tool

If you want to add shaving to your beauty regimen you will need the right tool. Now before you make the mistake of running out to buy a whole bag of regular disposable Bic razors, just don’t. You will honestly be wasting your money.

The razors you use to shave your legs are not the ones you will be using on your face. Instead you will need to purchase a facial razor. Facial razors look more like flattened toothbrushes with small razors at the head instead of bristles. Trust us you will know them when you see them.

Women Shaving Their Face

Now that you know why and what to use, it is time to find out what’s the process. Ready to get started? Great! Here’s how to shave your face properly:

Wash your face with your favorite cleanser and then let your face dry completely.
Next, dab toner all over your face. Like after cleansing for best results allow your face to dry all the way after your application of toner.
Now the time has come ladies to shave! Take your facial razor and gently begin shaving your entire face. Be sure to shave the forehead, cheeks, sides and chin. When shaving use short, small strokes. Also, be sure to avoid shaving zits or moles. Simply work around such areas and continue shaving like normal.
Lastly, apply a face serum to your face and you are all finished.

Pretty simple right? In just a few steps you can be on your way to better looking skin. All with the help of a little blade.

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Get Healthy Skin By Eliminating These Foods

Arianne Suggs January 25, 2017January 25, 2017Leave a Comment

Beauty Quickie: Want skin that looks as luminous as the models in skincare ads? Desiring to achieve gorgeous skin sans cosmetics so that one day you can say, “I woke up like this?” Well, then ladies you need to pull out the axe and rid yourself of the enemy! Here’s the honest truth on how to get healthy skin by eliminating certain foods.

Get Healthy Skin By Eliminating These Foods

Oh gawd, not the lattes! We need those to live! Sorry dolls caffeine is on the list of things you must remove from your diet in order to change the condition of your skin. If you have recently noticed that your skin isn’t as supple, vibrant or smooth as you would like then a change in foods consumed could do you good.

Nevertheless, keep in mind that this is not some overnight quick fix. You have to give the body a moment to showcase the benefits. Therefore, when committing to a change in diet for healthy skin give it at least a month to work. Trust, you will love the results!

Besides a cup of Joe, what other foods should be avoided like the plague? Cut out peanuts, dairy, soy, seaweed and sugary products. Replace these with dark leafy greens, green tea (rich in antioxidants) and salmon. If life seems bleak without milk aim for almond milk instead of cow milk. Moreover, drink PLENTY of water. Say bye bye to sodas and always reach for a glass of H2O. Be consistent and dedicated to these changes and very soon you will experience clearer, beautiful skin.

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Benefits of Greek Yogurt – Prevent Acne With This Treatment

ArianneUpdated on December 13, 2016December 13, 2016Leave a Comment

On date night, at parties and around your crush acne seems to pop up out of nowhere. Wouldn’t it be great if there was an easy button to hit to keep pimples from rearing their little ugly heads (literally LOL)? Take heart dolls because there is actually a weekly treatment you can perform on yourself to take back control. Enjoy today’s beauty quickie as we investigate the benefits of greek yogurt.

Benefits of Greek Yogurt – Prevent Acne With This Treatment

Can’t we all just get along? Sometimes bacteria can be a friend and other times our foe. However, this doesn’t mean we still can’t attain our happily ever after. The reason why some individuals choose to consume greek yogurt is because sometimes we can become a little unbalanced. How does that come about?

Have you ever heard of the term “flora?” Flora or bacteria are microorganisms that live in the bodies of humans. All of us possess good and bad bacteria that reside in our stomachs as well as on the outside of our skin. The goal is to maintain a healthy balance of good ones and bad ones.

If too many bad bacteria begin to overtake the good bacteria resting on the skin an imbalance can cause a few issues. The type of issues us girls actively try to avoid. Think pimple causing acne and inflammation. So then, we’re sure you would agree that it is best not to tip the scales.

Benefits of Greek Yogurt- The Skincare Treatment

The benefits of greek yogurt can be seen throughout our body. However, we will just focus on skincare. Just as eating greek yogurt benefits the stomach, applying it to the skin topically can keep skin calm and clear. Here’s a simple facial mask treatment that you can do at home:

Mix together probiotic-rich plain greek yogurt and honey
Apply mixture to the face generously
Leave yogurt mask on for around half and hour
Rinse off treatment with lukewarm water

So then, don’t allow acne or inflammation to when the battle. Be strong in the skincare war and come away the beauty victor with the help of good flora thanks to greek yogurt.

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You’ve Been Using Facial Cleanser All Wrong

Arianne Suggs December 8, 2016December 8, 2016Leave a Comment

Have you been using facial cleanser all wrong? As they say time is money, but the fact is that most of us do not take enough time to really get the most benefits out of their cleanser. Therefore, what is the right way to cleanse the face so that gorgeous, healthy skin may be had?

You’ve Been Using Facial Cleanser All Wrong

It may come as some what of a surprise to learn that using facial cleanser comes with a bit of a time factor. It is more than a splash, soap up and splash again process. So then, how long should you be cleansing?

David E. Bank is a renown dermatologist who is based in Mount Kisco, New York. Bank reveals that it takes at least one minute for cleanser to do its thing and work. As a result, if you are spending less time than sixty seconds then you probably are not getting things as clean as they could be.

Young woman washing her face — Beauty Reflection Time: Are you taking enough time to properly clean your face? Clock yourself one day in order to know for sure!

Therefore, the key to all of this is to simply slow down. Give your cleanser the time it needs to get in there and clean out all the gunk and dirt that could cause break outs and other skin issues. Furthermore, to make things easier try using your phone’s timer so that you can get a full 60 seconds under your belt before rinsing. Your skin will thank you for the time well spent!

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Does Chocolate Cause Acne? Esthechoc Could Change the Game

Arianne Suggs November 30, 2016November 30, 2016Leave a Comment

How can the perfect comfort food when surviving monthly cramps be so bad? Researchers for years have been trying to solve the mystery, does chocolate cause acne? Some can eat the yummy, delectable treat while others simply can not. Therefore, is there a way chocolate and skincare can actually come together in a positive way?

Does Chocolate Cause Acne? Esthechoc Could Change the Game

Okay dolls here is the truth in a beauty nutshell. There is absolutely little to no evidence proving that chocolate causes breakouts. Alright, so what gives? Why do some people eat the coco and wind up as a pie face?

The thing is what has been proven through countless studies is that consuming a high-sugar/high-fat diet can lead to acne. This is because such a diet can increase sebum production thus promoting inflammatory responses within the body. Those responses is what leads to ugly breakouts.

Sebum is a greasy oil that is secreted from the sebaceous glands. We need sebum because it helps to lubricate as well as waterproof our hair and skin. Without sebum our skin and hair would lack moisture and dry out.

As you can see sebum can be good or disastrous. As mama always said, “Too much of a good thing can be bad.” Acne forms when too much sebum is produced. So then, you can begin to see why it is important not to do anything that may increase oil production. Besides watching our diet we would also want to avoid over washing our skin.

Does Chocolate Cause Acne? Esthechoc – The Game Changer

So we have debunked the myth, does chocolate cause acne and now we are going to share some good news! The amazing scientists over at Cambridge have answered all of our chocolate prayers and developed Esthechoc. Esthechoc is a dark chocolate that comes packed with anti-aging benefits. Clinical trials of the chocolate have been very promising. One piece of Esthechoc was shown to reduce inflammation and promote firmer skin.

So then, they are telling us chocolate does not crack (wink, wink). Want some Esthechoc in your life? Get a 21 day supply of chocolate for $55 by going here.

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Does Dairy Cause Acne in All Girls?

Arianne Suggs November 27, 2016November 27, 2016Leave a Comment

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If you happen to experience dairy breakouts you may wonder does dairy cause acne in all girls? Acne can occur for a number of reasons and sometimes many ladies do not think of food as being the culprit. More logical reasons always seem to be cosmetics, lack of sleep or even stress. Therefore, what is so wrong with dairy products in the first place? Dairy is fine, but how everyone reacts to it is different.

Does Dairy Cause Acne in All Girls?

It can be tough to give up dairy in order to avoid breakouts. For that would mean no more ice cream, yogurt and cheese can almost sound like a death sentence. However, there are still plenty of other yummy foods that can be consumed that can make the food switch up worth it. One would have to think long and hard whether to continue to experience dairy acne or cut out dairy in exchange for smooth, gorgeous skin.

So then what causes this type of skin issue? Studies indicate that some milk-based products contain hormones from cows. These very cow hormones in some people stimulate the sebaceous glands. As a result, acne is created. Therefore to answer the question at the forefront of this post, no this reaction is not seen in all women. Most will not have to cut out dairy from their diet but it is a good thing to try if acne keeps occurring after indulging in milk-based products.

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Taitu Botanicals The BEST Herbal Body Care Line

Arianne Suggs September 2, 2016September 2, 2016Leave a Comment

We were absolutely thrilled when we first heard about Taitu Botanicals! We all know the benefits as well as importance of using natural products on our uniquely gorgeous hair. Nevertheless, what if you could apply those same advantages to your skincare regimen? Well, we are pleased to tell you that you can with the help of one of the world’s premier herbal botanical body care lines.

Taitu Botanicals The BEST Herbal Body Care Line

What are the benefits of using herbal beauty products? For one, you are saying a big fat no to chemicals. Second, harsh ingredients can have harsh effects on skin. In some cases even causing irritation and outbreaks. In short, natural products work with your skin not against it.

Herbal ingredients in body care products date back to even thousands of years ago. Queens and royalty of ancient times would indulge in luxurious, all natural skin care treatments. As a result, such treatments were performed to keep skin youthful and from aging prematurely.

Herbal treatments early beginnings can be traced back to ancient Egypt and Ethiopia to name a few regions. Herbs and plants were put to good use in order to cleanse, heal, protect and at times even prevent wrinkles from appearing in skin. Furthermore, what works for any royal is worth giving a go right?

The Story of Taitu Botanicals

Speaking of royals, the rich meaning behind the Taitu Botanicals name is simply exquisite! Taitu Botanicals founder, Montez Teferi based the name of her deluxe body care line after Empress Taitu the wife of Ethopian Emperor Menelik II. The beloved Empress Taitu was and still is remembered for her love of Africa and stunning beauty.

Montz Teferi

Teferi has used the inspiration of Taitu to create a line of herbal body care products to provide a wealth of benefits for the skin. Her collection of products blends only the finest fragrant oils as well as herbs found from all over the world. We tested out a few of her amazing products and loved them!

Taitu Botanicals Sea Breeze Natural Soap

First of all we absolutely love the fragrance of this soap! The earthy, fresh scent takes you away to a very relaxing place. Plus, it is the perfect soap for sensitive skin, which many of us here at 1966 have to worry about. The soap caused ZERO irritation and caused not one single negative reaction. Therefore, if skin sensitivity is an issue this soap is definitely the answer.

The packaging is also very lovely. The Sea Breeze Natural Soap comes wrapped inside a woven pouch. The pouch is closed with a pretty bow. Immediately it felt as though we were unwrapping a luxurious gift for ourselves. We love great presentation and this product possesses just that.

Taitu Botanicals Rosemary Peppermint Hair & Body Oil

We always love products that can serve more than one purpose. When you live a hectic schedule such products can help you save time without sacrificing pampering or results. Taitu Botanicals Rosemary Peppermint oil can be used on the body and your hair.

The oil left our skin feeling soft and smooth. Moreover, our tresses felt effortlessly manageable and glossy. The oil also worked well as a hair deep conditioning treatment. Its an awesome oil that truly improves the appearance of skin and hair! Montez Teferi has created a line that takes body care to another level. Check out the complete collection here.

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How to Brighten Dark Knees Naturally Plus Other Benefits!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on August 2, 2016August 2, 2016Leave a Comment

Most of us do not possess even skin tone all over. We may have dark spots or areas that do not match the rest of our body’s natural skin color. For instance, some women over time notice that their elbows and knees are several shades darker than other parts. Ever wanted to achieve even skin from your head to your toes? Here is how to brighten dark knees naturally!

How to Brighten Dark Knees Naturally

Believe it or not there are many fruits that can help give you the even skin tone you desire. For example, tomatoes and lemons have been utilized in products to help fade dark spots. Today we are going to focus on another fruit that also does an amazing job.

Oranges act as a great skin brightener and lightener. Plus, this citrus gem comes packing with several other benefits as well. Besides, acting as a bleaching agent to brighten dark knees oranges also help to improve skin suppleness and overall texture. As you can see Vitamin C can do a lot for the skin.

Throw Them Bows

If that headline didn’t get you dancing hopefully this next part will. All you need to brighten dark knees and elbows is to cut an orange in half. Next, rub the orange half all over your knees and elbows. Not only will doing this help even out these areas to match the rest of your skin tone seamlessly it will soften skin!

Skin will become softer because the orange will act as an exfoliate. A total win-win with this skincare beauty tip. Even and softer skin naturally, sign us up!

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Tia Becca Reveals Her Glowing Skin Secrets!

Arianne Suggs May 3, 2016May 3, 2016Leave a Comment

As they say, the camera never lies. Good or bad the lense is going to capture every single detail. Therefore, when you have cameras following you around 24/7 it’s imperative to always stay camera ready. Love and Hip Hop Atlanta star Tiara aka Tia Becca does not have this issue at all! Tia Becca has some of the most beautiful luminous skin seen within the industry. The camera absolutely loves her. How does she stay glowing and looking so fly?

Like many other celebrities, Tia Becca sticks to a skincare regimen. Consistency, avoiding damage and good products will help a gal look glamorous enough for her close up. Tia Becca is always very open to her fans and recently took time to show how she achieves her glow up on the daily. Her skincare must-haves came down to three basic elements:

Moisturizer
Water
Deep Cleansing

With the help of her Snapchat and other social media platforms Tia Becca shared a photograph displaying her very own beauty cocktail. The picture included La Mer products, Dasani water as well as a mask made by Peter Thomas. You may notice that Tia Becca had only included one water bottle in the pic. One bottle a day get her gorgeous, glowing skin? Maybe in a beauty/skincare fairy tale that might be the case. After one of her fans asked about her water intake, Tia revealed that she aims to drink nine of those water bottles a day.

Alright ladies so what did we learn today? Glowing skin is not just for the stunning stars we see regularly on TV. Getting your glow on is as simple as using a good moisturizer, drinking plenty of water and deep cleaning skin regularly.

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