Beauty Tips

So now I'm a major stumbler (look at previous post for more understanding).

And I stumbled across this from Elle.

Some beauty secrets revealed by using ordinary household items/something every girl has.

Can't wait to see if it really works!

#1

 

Buttons
Repurpose spare buttons by using them to keep pairs of earrings together: Most buttons have at least two holes in them, so simply place an earring in each opening to neatly store when not wearing. Photo: Jupiter Images

                           (I have an earring hanger thingy, but I loved the idea! Creative.)

#2

Eyebrow Brush
Stuck without a lint-remover? Use this handy makeup tool to remove unwanted fuzz from your shirt. Photo: Courtesy of Sephora

(Never would have thought of that, now I know!)

#3

  

Dryer Sheets

No time for a shampoo? Rub a dryer sheet on your hair to tame flyaways and make your hair smell shower fresh. Photo: Courtesy of amazon.com

#4

Unused Stockings Create a chic shrug by taking a pair of tights or stockings and cutting off the feet (or use a pair of footless tights to save a step). Place arms where legs would normally go and—voila!—you’ve created a sleek spring alternative to a shawl or cardigan. Take it a step further by cutting slashes into the fabric, à la Monique Lhuillier’s ballerina-inspired fall 2009 collection. Photo: Imaxtree

(Love, love, loveee this idea! Doesn't look like stockings at all, but some really awesome shirt things.
Favorite one!)

#5

Eggs
Strengthen hair by creating an egg yolk-and-olive oil hair mask. The protein in the egg yolk will toughen up tresses, while the olive oil will act as a conditioning agent. Photo: Jupiter Images

                                                                       (I wanna try this!)

#6



Honey
If your skin is sensitive and blotchy, apply a couple tablespoons of honey to your face and leave on for five to 10 minutes. The honey will moisturize, soothe, and help kill blemish-causing bacteria. Photo: Jupiter Images

( I have plenty of this, that's for sure! Since my daddy's a beekeeper & we got our own business: Bee Way Honey Pollination Inc. )

#7

Flat Iron
A hair straightener works great for ironing between buttons on your shirt, where a regular iron doesn’t fit. You can also use it for minor wrinkles on your blouse when you’re in a hurry. Photo: Courtesy of ghd

                           (Neat huh? Would have never even thought about it!)

#8

Vinegar
Considered a natural bleach and powerful cleanser, vinegar (just a dab) can reduce the blueness of bruise. This kitchen staple can also be used in your bubble bath to help prevent yeast infections. Tip: Try apple-cider vinegar for a less pungent smell. Photo: Jupiter Images

(My sister's friend moved into an apartment, & it had a certain smell to it. So she scrubbed everything down with vinegar & it actually helped. It's strong though!)

#9



Cornstarch
Detangle a knot in seconds: Rub cornstarch into stubborn knots on shoelaces, string, chain necklaces for greater grip and control. Photo: Courtesy of amazon.com

                  (My hair gets real knotty (hehe) & I'm definetly going to try this!)

#10



Oatmeal
Whether you have dry, itchy winter skin or discomfort from summer mosquito bites, mixing cooking oats into your bath will provide instant relief. Photo: Courtesy of amazon.com

                 (It would be weird to take a bath in oatmeal, but if it's worth it... maybe) 



                             Anyways, what do you think of these tips!? Will you try any?

Color-Block

I was watching Fashion Police on the E! Network today.

& they have a segment called Gotta Have It/ Make It Stop.

They were talking about color-blocking. They all voted Gotta Have It.

& it got me thinking. Some of the outfits are a bit ridiculous,

but I loved how Emma Stone wore this dress!

I would totally do it!

So fashion forward for this season.

What do you think of this upcoming trend?

I don't think I'm brave enough to wear anything too bold.

But this dress is coloring blocking within the same hue,

which I may be willing to try (:

LOVE this dress, WANT it!

I actually liked this look, but the "Fashion Police" thought it was too much.

other color-blocked looks:

all photos from weheartit & google.

any favorites?

& happy weekend.

Rainbow Braid

I recently started following Jenny's blog. 

I saw this post and decided to share it.

It's such a great idea!

Can't wait to try it.

p.s. turn off my blog's music at the bottom of the page to listen to the video (:



{..My Monthly Read..}

• Got my magazines in the mail this morning (:
• Seventeen & Teen Vogue
• I'll put up any tips & tricks that I read about.
• Have a great weekend everybody!

Bust A Move

I had an amazing weekend at my friend Lili's college: George Fox University.

Me and my girls went to the school dance called, "Bust a Move". The theme was decades.

Pick a decade and dress from that era. Here is a little glimpse of that evening:

Inna was dressed from the 60's.

Bold and bright pops of color, colorful makeup, and can't forget those chunky heels.

Our inspiration for this 1960's look:

 



Lili was dressed as a 50's Housewife.

We added the 1920's hat for a little special something.

This made her look like a widow, who's husband recently died. A bit sad, but she worked it (:

Our inspiration for the 1950's look:

 

And I of course, was a 20's flapper girl.
This look was borrowed from my sister: vintageprettypearl.
This was her new years outfit. I added a little of my own *sparkle* though.

Our inspiration for the 1920's look:

All our looks put together:

Charlie's Angels (:

All these decades had interesting styles, and it was so fun to dress-up.
It gave me an insight on how they dressed before, and how fahion changes so fast.

which is your favorite look? &
what is your favorite decade of fashion?


all sources from google & weheartit, except for my photography



Braids

I got inspired in cosmetology class. We had a class on braiding, and I finally mastered the french braid! A few of my favorite braided hairstyles:

the classic side braid:

upside-down, french braided bun:

a braided nest:

little-girl ponytails:

an interesting take on a fish-tail:

braided headband:

off-to-the-side french braid:

classic fishtail:

& the original:

Which one is your favorite?

I dedicate this to Inna Bachinskaya, the genius braider (: