Tuesday, January 26, 2010
HOW TO: KEEP YOUR NAILS HEALTHY AND STRONG!
TIP 1. INSIDE AND OUT: What makes up your nail comes from the inside so target that first by drinking lots of water. Keeping your body hydrated constantly makes your body have to work less on hydrating and more on growing. Your nails depend on you to maintain a healthy diet which consists of a large quantity.
TIP 2. NAIL POLISH: Nail polish is bad for your nails as it keeps them from getting fresh air. However, you can still wear nail polish if you take care of your manicure. You do not want the polish chipping or cracking because parts of your nail goes with it. Also, wear a base coat beneath every nail polish to stop the colour from tinting your nails and the ingredients from soaking in as much.
TIP 3. AVOID BRITTLE NAILS: Brittleness is what starts an unhealthy chain of events for your nails so avoid brittle nails! You can do this by increasing calcium in your diet, sparingly use substances containing alcohol which is nail polish and purfumes lotions, wear rubber gloves when you do chores and don't use your nails as tools. You know what i mean...attempting to open things that you need actual tools for!
TIP 4. FAKE/ACRYLIC NAILS: Avoid regular use of fake nails and if you have acrylics then i would re-think them. My mum used to have them which i thought was crazy because she has the best nails you have ever seen, no joke. They are always long with white tips and never break. So they became to much matience for her and she got them removed. After they were removed she notice that they were much weaker, they took longer to grow and were discoloured. They have recovered now but it has been 2 years. So i wouldn't reccomend getting arylic nails because they do ruin your actual nails and stay damaged for quite a long time after removal.
TIP 5. NAIL FOOD: This was kind of mentioned in Tip 1 but in this tip i will mention specific foods that will help with your nails strength. these helpful foods include asparagus, apples, brown rice, eggs, garlic, grapes, nuts, onions, salon, seeds, soy, tuna and whole grains. (The foods listed are from a website and i did not list them, that is not my writing).
HOW TO: DETERMINE WHEN TO THROW OUT YOUR BEAUTY PRODUCTS!
MASCARA: I mention mascara first because this is the most important piece of makeup that you need to keep your tabs on. Most mascaras in a tube with a wand have some sort of antibacterial agent in them which will protect your for about 6 weeks meaning that you could possibly keep your mascara for up to 4 months. Your probably thinking how that is possible when you are only protected for 6 weeks, well that is because it takes a while for bacteria to start growing on your mascara, about 4 months in fact. If you do not throw your mascara out after 4 months then you are opening yourself up to eye infections. If you notice a change in consistancy or smell, even before the 4 months, then throw it out immendiently because it is not worth it.
EYELINERS: 3 years, as long and you sharpen them regularly.
CREAM & GEL CLEANSERS: 1 year
NAIL POLISH: Nail polish should last for 2 years but the cheap brands usually only last for 1 year. If you see that the colour and oils are seperating, it smells different or has become sticky then it is time to let it go.
HOW TO: MATCH EYE SHADOW WITH YOUR EYE COLOUR!
BLUE EYES:
BROWN EYES:
Reccomended MAC Shadows: Juxt, Bitter, Swimming, Newly Minted and Greensmoke.
GREEN EYES:
If you are green eyed (not in the jealous way) then try using various shades of purple to bring out the gorgeous green. purples will contrast with green making your eyes seem more dramatic. Warm mocha browns and earth tones with hints of gold will help your green eyes. Also try lavenders and colours that match the different coloured flecks within your eyes. Green eyes are most common to multi-coloured flecks so experiment with them.
HOW TO FIND: THE PERFECT LIPGLOSS!
I already did a post like this but on hairspray, you can read it here. I think i am going to make this a little series or something. It's just that i think this is more productive and helpful compared to 5 hauls in a row. Tell me if you like it!
When looking for a lipgloss you have to consider many different aspects. So i have created this post to show you what i look for in a lipgloss and hopefully it will help you next time your looking for a new gloss.
1. FLAVOUR: There is nothing worse than tasting the chemical waxyness of a lip product. You might not think that it is an important key in lipgloss but if you have to have it on all day, the taste will show on your face. Your look how you feel so ensure that you look at the ingredients of the lipgloss and see if there are any flavours in it to cover up the bad taste. If all else fails...research it on blogs, youtube, google, friends and family.
2. TEXTURE: You have to make sure that the product won't go on your lips goopy, chunky or thick. At the same time you dont want it to be so thin you wear the whole container at once. If there is a tester then try it on your hand . If it is uneven in some areas, thick or gloopy at all then that will give you a quick insight to what it will be like on your lips. Then touch it with your finger and if any product strings or becomes sticky through the transversion of your hand to your finger eliminate it from your choices. The last test is getting a paper towel or tissue and trying to wipe it off. If it leaves it hard to get off, sticks to everything or leaves an irriated red mark afer removal then it isn't the gloss for you.
3. SHINE: You want shine but you don't want a glassy effect. Don't be fooled by MAC's lip product "Lip Glass". Those products don't actually make your lips look like they are coated with glass and that is for the best. You also want to be able to eat without your food sliding from your lips. Look for a gloss that has more shimmer and less shine. That way it is more practical but gives the same effect.
4. PROTECTION: You want a gloss that protects your lips from the wind, chaffing, dryness. You can get an insight into if the product would help by looking at the ingredients. if it mentions any minerals, oils or softening agents then i would predict it may have some protection aspects. Also look for a gloss that has an SPF in it.
6. NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS This is a very controversial topic but it is always better to know that you are not supporting animal cruelty. the Body Shop is a big supporter with this so their products are heavily reccomended for this aspect. Today most brands are not tested on animals so this should be an easy one to cross off your list.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
HAUL 26: MAC, NAPOLEON PERDIS AND CLOTHES!
You guys know how much i love this concealer. It covers EVERYTHING! NC30 is pushing it as i was previously purchasing NC20 but my actual colour is NC25. however, they don't make studio sculpt concealer in NC25. If that just made any sense. So i will see how NC30 goes but maybe i will transfer back to NC20.
MAC EyeShadows in "Forgery" and "Vanilla".
I dropped my "Forgery' shadow the other day and it smashed. I was kind of upset but it did give me a new MAC shadow to purchase. i recently i have found that no MAC shadows are jumping out at me anymore and if they do, then i already have them. Soit was nice to have to repurchase "Forgery" in some twisted way. I bought "vanilla" for sort of the same reason but i didn't drop it, i just think i am about to hit pan.
MAC MSF Natural in "Medium".
I walked into MAC thinking i would be a light but somehow i am a medium. I always thought that i was meganheartsmakeups skin tone on YouTube but it turns out that Medium is a little too light for me and a little too dark for her. But thatis crazy because i always thought we were the same skintone. I also, am not very tan whatsoever. But anywho..the point is that i needed a change from my regular Studio Fix so i though "MSF". It is gorgeous so far!
Of course i repurchased my favourite Dazzleglass!! Oh and MAC has pumped the prices up. I know it is not by much but it still adds up. it used to be $42 but now it is $48!! It is so weird but worth this gorgeous nude baby pink with multicoloured glitters in it.
I go through this stuff like toilet paper.
So i got a pair of yellow, green and pink butterfly earrings.
*An NYX lip pencil in "Barbie Pink"
*A JAC Jumbo Eye Pencil in Pink Pearl.
* JAC quad
* JAC mono shadow in "Shocking Pink"
CLOTHING
I love the synching at the bottom=super cute!
A beautiful purple and gre coloured design at the bust and a built-in belt. This dress reaches just above my knees and is very smell fitting. I have a feeling that i am not an XXS. I though i was getting an XS or S but i stand corrected.
This top also came in pink and yellow but the pink didn't really agree with the yellow and overall the blue was more complimenting.
I picked up this hooded cardigan with buttons and pockets in the colour black from Tightrope.
I love the fabric, it is so soft and the sleeves are so sily. The buttons feel really nice and the pockets are so cute. I am in love with this!!
So that was my haul...click the picture above to see my YouTube version.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
CLOSE UP: LV LUGGAGE
I was requested to do this by MacPrincess101, like 6 times and ages ago. But i kept postponing it and finding other things to blog about. But that wasn't fair on MacPrincess101 and i am so sorry because i know how much you wanted me to do this.
So where do i start...this was part of the problem. I didn't really know what to say other than "it's a bag and it holds my stuff" but i guess i can find some other things to say.
Maybe i will answer the frequestly asked questions i get about this bag.
1. Is it real? This is a big one! I have literally been asked this 20-25 times. Yes it is real.
2. How much was it? It retails between $2000 and $4000 depending where it is purchased.
3. Did you buy it yourself? No, i got it as a birthday present last year from my parents when i turned 13! Symbolic gift as i became a teenager that year.
4. What collection is it from? It is from the softside luggage collection and is very similar to a "Keepall 60".
5. How often do you use it? When i go on quick vacations or big day trips.
6. Is it used as a giant purse or how do you use it? I use it as a giant bag when lots of stuff is needed but mainly as luggage.
I have mentioned this LV bag in posts here and here.
Also in a YouTube video here.
Well guys...i think thats about all i can say. I have probably been asked more detailed questions but i think i covered the basics.
Love you guys,
JORDY
xx
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
AWARD: GORGEOUS BLOGGER
I have been given another award and this one is from MacPrincess101. It is a bit like the 7 question ones i have done previously so i will try and make these facts different.
1. I don't believe in having a best friend. Or at least i don't believe in telling everyone that i have a specific best friend. I think that if you feel you have to call a person your best friend then you are excluding your other friends and trying to convince yourself that this friend is better than your others.
2. I'm actually not afraid of much in regards to material things. Like spiders creep me out and so do haunted houses and such things but what i actually FEAR is being alone and not being accepted.
3. I make an effort to check where the products are made that i buy. When buying drugstore makeup i like to support the Australian economy and make sure that my money isnt all going overseas. I must have learnt this from my mum because she does them when buying groceries. I also make sure that i do not buy the majority of my stuff from China so there is not such a big demand on their products and therefore they run their workers less harshly.
4. When i was in grade 5 i went through this stage where i would enter every single competition that was run through magazines and i won 50% of them. Not even joking, it was the best time of my life and i won limited edition barbie dolls, CD's, electronics...I even won a nintendo one time.
5. I am not very outgoing when i am at school but i am not shy either. Although i am a cheerleader and stuff for my school, it doesn't automatically mean that i am "popular" or "outgoing". I like to interact with my whole grade and not limit myself to one specific group.
6. The majority of my money is spent on beauty. I have 3 jobs but everything adds up when you need you hair done, your nails painted, massages, gym and not to mention buying all the makeup and clothes.
7. I read every single comment i get on blogspot and read every single post by the people i follow. On YouTube: i check out every single one of my subscribers and friends, read every comment and watch every video from the people i am subscribed too. I spend heaps of time on the internet because of all the amazing peoplei have met and the good friends i now have form all over the world.
There are so many blogs i am loving at the moment but i can not award you all so here are the people i tag:
Samantha
Grace
Emily
Audrey
Catanya
Laura
LOLane
Tennille
Olivia
Daciavu
Angelina
Lorelle
Of course if you really wanted to be awarded with this then go ahead and put yours up. These are really fun to do and everyone should have the chance to be awarded.
JORDY,
xx
Monday, January 18, 2010
AWARD: YOUR BLOG IS OVER THE TOP
So today i have been given an award by Miss.Megan. For me to accept this award for being OTT, all i have to do is answer each question with one word and tag a few people. People i tag will be at the end.
1. Where is your cell phone? Purse
2. Your hair? Straight
3. Your mother? beautiful
4. Your father? funny
5. Your favorite food? danish
6. Your dream last night? dunno
7. Your favorite drink? water
8. Your dream/goal? many
9. What room are you in? mine
10. Your hobby? cheerleading
11. Your fear? spiders
12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? loving
13. Where were you last night? gym
14. Something you aren't? mean
15. Muffins? sure
16. Wish list item? Lush
17. Where did you grow up? Australia
18. Last thing you did? YouTube-d
19. What are you wearing? clothes
20. Your TV? MTV
21. Your pets? nonexistant
22. Your friends? awesome
23. Your life? amazing
24. Your mood? Happy
25. Missing someone? nope
26. Vehicle? nope
27. Something you are wearing? socks
28. Your favorite brand? Chanel
29. Your favorite color? Pink
30. When do you laugh? often
31. Last time you cried? agess
32. Your best friend? many
33. One place that I go over and over? school
34. One person who emails me regularly? Twitter (bahaha)
35. Favorite place to eat? Micky D's
The beautiful beauty bloggers i tag are...
OMA
Miky Wils
Kristina
Rosa
Cat
Kelly
However, if i didn't award you but you still want to do it then consider yourself awarded by me. This is a really interesting award so i want to share this one around but it is hard to individually tag everyone.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
HOW TO FIND: YOUR PERFECT HAIR SPRAY!
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I hope you guys enjoy this post!
JORDY,
xx
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
REVIEW: THE BODY SHOP, TEA TREE MASK
This was requested like 3 months ago, when i got it and i am so sorry Lorein for just getting around to it now.
QUALITY: The quality of this product is quite good. It is the consistancy of very thick cream. You can tell the products used in it are of a high quality and the Tea Tree Oil smells fresh.
FEEL: If you rub this into your skin hard enough then it will start to burn but if you are just very gentle when rubbing this in it feels calming and refreshing. You can feel it clearing your sinuses and smells fantastic.
PACKAGING: It is packed in a 110g pot. The lid is easily unscrewed and getting product out to use is no problem. The bottom has a flap that you can unpeal for more information and the packaging has everything you would ever need to know about it.
PURCHASING: I am not sure of any othe rplace that you can purchase this other than The Body Shop. Possibly online or on eBay (they seem to always have everything. The price for this mask is $18.95, for any of their other masks they are $28.95. I think that this one is cheaper because Tea Tree Oil is less expensive that honey, sea weed and all that jazz.
OVERVIEW: Overall, this is a great mask. There are better ones out there but this is a great one to try. You can feel the Tea Tree opening up your pores and it smells amazing but it burns sometimes and it doesnt have much effect on your actual skin's problem areas after use.
CONCLUSION: I reccomend this if you love your face feel fresh and tingly but if you dont need much help clearing up your skin.
JORDY,
xx
Monday, January 11, 2010
QUICK REVIEW: FOA ILLUMINATOR
To conclude, this product is great for being the same concept as a NARS Multiple and is super cute, easy and versatile. However, it is not a very global product, it's not the best if you don't like the feel of heavy, oily or greasy makeup on your face and you tend to ruin your product when jabbing it with the lid.
Friday, January 8, 2010
SEVEN THINGS/ THE NAUTE MESS AWARD
I was awarded by Natalie so go check out her blog because she is so sweet.
FACT #1: I was born and raised in Australia. Well i guess i am still being raised considering i am only 14.
FACT #2: I have 3 jobs; Hairdresser, Baker and Model.
FACT #3: I am a school Cheerleader, Debator and Spirit Squad Rep.
FACT #4: When i finish school i am going to university to study a double degree of Law and Journalism.
FACT #5: I just bought a new phone. I bought this Blackberry thing. iPhones are getting old.
FACT #6: My favourite brands are MAC, Chanel, Guess, Swarovski, Cab55 and Forever New.
FACT #7: I have YouTube Channel
EXTRA FACT: I have met so many amazing people while being on Blogger which has then encouraged me to begin a YouTube channel. All guru's online are so nice, encouraging and supportive. My experience on blogger and YouTube, so far, ha been amazing and i have met so many great people.
The 7 people i tag are:
Emily
ConfessionOfABeautyJunkie
Laura
GeekyMacBoy
Uinisan
wOngturn
MissMercuryLady
Thanks for reading,
Jordan
TAG & QUICK REVIEW
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
THANK YOU'S AND SHOUTOUTS
So i am #12 - Most Subscribed (This Week) - Australia. I was #14 this morning but i came up to #12 later today. I just wanted to say thank you guys so much. I started less than a week ago and now this has already happened. That is just so amazing to me considering how many australian youtubers there are out there. So a massive thank you and i could not have done it without some very special followers of my blog deciding to follow my YouTube as well.
I would really love to acknowledge them by giving them shoutouts.
JENNY- YouTube Blogspot
GUNAAA- YouTube Blogspot
HAYLEY- YouTube Blogspot
LATOYA- YouTube Blogspot
MIKAELA- YouTube Blogspot
A TAD BIT DORKISH- YouTube Blogspot
SWTEST2LIPS- YouTube Blogspot
So i think that's all. If i forgot to mention you, tell me in a comment below.
Thank you so much to those girls, it means a lot to me. Go check them out because they are amazing.
JEWELLERY HAUL
To watch a recent haul that i have not blogged about click here.
One more thing about YouTube before i start, I am the #12 - Most Subscribed (This Week) - Australia. I am going to do a thank you post straight after this, thanking all of the individual followers from blogspot who also followed me on YouTube.
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THIS WAS PURCHASED FROM UCHI
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