I recently had the absolute
pleasure of visiting Clinical Skincare by Maryse located in Gasparillo and,
interviewing the beautiful founder and owner, Maryse Decaires. Check it out in the video below!
You can contact Maryse @
Phone: 1-868-757-0473
E-mail: mrs.decaires@gmail.com
Also, find her on Facebook @ Clinical Skincare by Maryse
From time to time everyone needs to just relax and unwind in both mind and body. One of my favorite places to do this over the years has become the Cher-Mere Day Spa. I absolutely love having spa days with my friends or even my mom. It’s actually a very thoughtful gift that you can both enjoy and it’s a great way to spend quality time together.
The Cher-Mere Day Spa has never failed me in providing
exceptional service at quality prices and with 5 locations nationwide and their
convenient spa packages it’s often hard to resist! Here is just an overview of some of the
services they offer:
Facials - A
great rejuvenating facial is excellent for the maintenance of healthy, clean and
clear skin.
Body Massage – They offer a full head to toe body massage using aromatherapy and body oils that leave you feeling calm and relaxed.
Manicures and Pedicures - Your nails are filed, cuticles cleaned, buffed, massaged and then the polish application with the color of your choice.
Waxing – This is one of those few places that you can get
full body waxing that is hygienic and safe.
They also carry their own line of beauty products and offer a
lot more services. So what are you
waiting for, treat yourself or someone you love to something nice and book your
appointment today!
So I know what you’re thinking,
she’s going to tell us that this is just the best straightening iron ever and
we have to have it!! Well, guess
what??? You’re absolutely right!!! For
those of you who have known me for a long time, you’ll know that I was born with
thick, curly sometimes unmanageable hair.
And for those of you who’ve only known me for a short time you’re maybe
thinking I would have never guessed and you’d be right cause my hair is always
straight now and I’m here to share my secret.
To understand how good this product is I have to give you a little history. For the first 16 years of my life, I spent the first hour of every day with a hairbrush desperately trying to detangle my crazy curly hair. It was a painful and time-consuming process so I decided it was time for a change. So I took the decision to chemically straighten my hair. This worked great!! I absolutely loved my hair every time, but I’m sure my curly hair sisters could relate, I was so concerned about that chemical process and what it was doing to my hair and my body since if it even got on my skin just a little, by accident, I would end up with a sore blister. So I thought well that’s the end of that I guess it’s back to the good old days of one hour every day combing out my hair. However, this fortunately was not the case.
My aunt, gifted me with this BabylissPro flat iron and without any chemicals, I can have beautiful straight hair without having to worry about damage. It has an adjustable temperature setting so it doesn’t burn your hair and yes it lasts for longer than just one day, does not dry out your hair or cause split ends. I’ve been using it for years now and love it so much. I know it’s a little pricy but all flat irons are not the same, the money is absolutely worth it if you can use it all the time and it doesn’t damage your beautiful hair. The size makes it very convenient as well, as you can also use it for beachy waves if you’re feeling for a change. So girls if you’re considering purchasing your own straightening iron for home, I’m telling you this is the one, it’s the one that most professional salons use anyway and guys if you’re thinking about that perfect gift for her, this will be a great choice.
Share in the comments below how you’ve used BaByliss!
Hair by Bally has set the standard and paved the way for many other hair salons to follow in Trinidad and Tobago. With over 30 years of experience styling some of the most gorgeous women, the name Ashvin Bally is renowned for exceptional hairstyles
His clientele includes Diplomats, Models, Government Officials and popular Soca Artists (We all know Destra boasts about him being part of her glam team).
Not only this but the talent of this hair salon has surpassed international boundaries as they have been working with the Miss Universe Pageant for over 13 years. This comes as no surprise as staff have trained with international companies in the beauty industry such as Matrix, Vidal Sassoon and Paul Mitchell.
The experience of the being at the salon itself is not to be overlooked with its rich ornate lighting, unique black and orange theme and friendly, courteous and professional staff outfitted beautifully in their matching black uniforms.
So if you’re looking to get your hair done at one of the top hair salons in the country check out Hair by Bally at 33 O’Corner Street, Woodbrook, Port of Spain!
We can all agree that it is critical to take care of your skin by protecting it from the harmful rays of the sun, cleanse, tone, moisturize and exfoliate but all that effort can count for absolutely nothing, if your skin is not supplied with the nutrition it needs just like any other organ in our body.
So where can we get the nutrients
for skin that glowing and healthy? There
are a lot of supplements on the market today, that I’m totally not
against. I am actually a big fan of vitamin
E capsules that I use topically and internally, however full nutrients can
actually come from the foods we eat!
Here are some of the top recommended foods for beautiful flawless skin.
Walnuts – These nuts are not only delicious but are an excellent source of fatty acids that your body can’t produce for itself containing both omega 3 and omega 6.
Sunflower Seeds – These wonderful seeds are packed with nutrients such as vitamin E, zinc, and protein.
Sweet Potatoes – Sweet Potatoes contain the powerful ingredient of Beta Carotene that acts as a sunblock to your skin, prevents dry skin and wrinkles, and actually adds a warm orange color to your skin contributing to a healthier appearance.
Red and Yellow Bell Peppers – In addition to having beta carotene, these are a rich source of vitamin C that is necessary for creating the protein collagen that keeps skin firm and strong.
Broccoli - This nutritious vegetable is full of vitamins such as zinc, vitamin A and vitamin C.
These are just a few I know that there are many others but
you get the picture, eating healthy is great for your skin! Share in the comments below what’s your
favorite healthy snack!
I once heard an elderly gentleman say, a woman’s hair is her beauty. I pondered on this a while and realized that most people go to great lengths just to make sure that their hair looks presentable. For different people this can mean different things, for some it may mean getting a haircut, for others, it can mean making sure that their hair is colored but one thing is for sure beautiful hair is healthy hair. So here are some tips to make sure your hair looks at its best!
Healthy Hair Comes from A Healthy Scalp – At all times keep your scalp free from dandruff or other dry scalp conditions. Anything that builds up on your scalp can compromise the health of follicles, potentially reducing the diameter of each hair as it grows, or inhibiting growth altogether. There are lots of over the counter treatments available but if the problem persists seek help from a professional because if neglected this can actually lead to falling hair and balding.
Limit Heat Styling – Heat does cause damage to your hair and I know it’s hard to eliminate the heat styling all together but at least try to limit it. When you can allow your hair to air dry naturally and ensure that you purchase styling products with an adjustable temperature setting.
Keep Hair Moisturized – As a child, I remember my mom soaking my hair with olive oil at least once a week and to this day I thank her for it cause thankfully I still have thick, healthy hair.
Cut Off Split Ends – Trim your hair regularly as split ends travel up to the root of your hair and you’ll want to cut it all off and start fresh.
How do you take care of your hair?
Share in the comments below!
Not too long ago I heard someone ask the question, how does your make-up look when you don’t contour? To which someone promptly responded, Moon Face! And they ballooned their checks just to make sure everyone understood exactly what they meant! It was hilarious!! Everyone in the room couldn’t stop laughing but what made so funny is that it was completely true.
Contouring is so much easier than it looks, it’s not only for make-up artists to do. Everyone who wears make-up should contour a bit to sculpt their face. Contouring and highlighting actually goes hand in hand. Contouring pushes features back and highlighting brings features forward.
In other words contouring and highlighting actually helps you to alter the features of your face in make-up perfection. You can make you nose look slimmer, give yourself high cheek bones and even hide a double chin with this secret art in make-up. Check out the video below for an easy step by step tutorial on how to contour like a pro!
Which is better cream or powder
contour?
Powder contour is certainly
simpler and faster to apply however cream contour lasts longer so it all
depends on what’s your make-up goals as they both look great.
Can I contour using a foundation?
Yes, this is certainly a good
option. Contours are sold as a separate
product but stick foundations that are two shades darker than your skin tone
will work perfectly.
How do I know where to contour on
the sides of my face?
A great tip in applying contour on the sides of your face is to draw a straight line from the top of your ear to the corner of your mouth going closer to your mouth for a chiseled look or stopping at your iris for a just a look or warmth to your face.
Share in the comments below how you do your
contour!
If I were to be very honest about myself I’m no perfume enthusiast. I’m not one of those girls that has 100 perfumers on their vanity and delights in wearing different fragrances every day depending on their mood. If fact, the only time I purchase perfumes is when I’m choosing it as a gift for someone. However, I was strolling through the mall one day with a girlfriend and we decided to browse through one of our usual stops Stechers, that has all sorts of lovely trinkets, including perfumes and that’s when everything changed.
We were sampling perfumes and it was the very first time that I smelt what is now my all-time favorite perfume Coco Mademoiselle by Chanel. It was love at first smell. At this time, this perfume retailed for $1000.00 TTD, so I didn’t purchase at once but went home and couldn’t stop thinking about it, which was strange for me cause I’m not a perfume person. So you guessed it, I got it at my next trip to the mall and I can tell you it was worth every cent!
That was maybe about 10 years ago
and I kid you not, up till this day I hardly ever wear this perfume and don’t
receive a compliment. When I got it, I
didn’t realize at that time that it was an international best seller. Even when I go to perfume stores and I tell
the clerks that it’s my favorite and I’m just looking to maybe try something
else, they smile and nod and say well there’s nothing quite like that but I’ll
show you what we have. You don’t have to
take my word for it, just try a google search and see what comes up as the
number 1 best seller for women and even better than this, on your next trip to
the mall sample it for yourself and share in the comments below your thoughts.
It’s just super important to
remove all of your make-up at night if you want to wake up with clean, glowing,
healthy skin. Leaving your eye make-up
on can actually lead to eye infections, broken eyelashes, and even styes! And for your skin, it actually breaks down
your collagen which causes dry skin and yes, even wrinkles. But all is not lost, here are some of the
tried and tested ways to gently remove your make up without damaging your
delicate skin.
FAQs
What
method should I use to remove my make-up if I have dry skin?
For persons with dry skin you
should definitely use coconut oil which clearly removes your make up and leaves
your skin hydrated.
How do I
remove make-up completely from my eyes?
For your
eyes soak some micellar water in round cotton pads and place over your eyes for
5 to 10 minutes then gently wipe off without pulling your skin. This is excellent for removing eyeliner and
mascara.
If I wear
make-up every day is it damaging to my skin?
Make-up
believe it or not can actually be good for your skin and advancements in the
composition of most brands these days actually has ingredients that nourish and
protect your skin. Further to this, the
layers of your make-up actually provide sun protection, not to mention the SPF that’s
in most moisturizes and foundations.
Does make-up face wash dry out my skin?
Face wash
for make-up will not dry out your skin any more than a regular face wash
will. However, you should always follow
facewash with a toner and moisturizer suited to your skin type.
How
effective are make-up wipes in removing make-up?
If you get
a good brand of make-up wipes, it can be very effective. However, I almost always use make-up wipes
with another product such as coconut oil or micellar water so it’s convenient
to have on hand but most effective when used with something else to prevent too
much rubbing on the delicate skin on your face.
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Updos are a timeless classic that will never go out of style! For formal events or a night out with friends on the town there’s one for every occasion! Here we look at some of the classics.
I know there are hundreds maybe even thousands more out
there but just sharing some of the classics.
Let me know which one is your favorite in the comments below!
This week I had the pleasure of returning to one of my favorite Nail Salons, Total Nail Concepts by Sania-Marie Bansraj. This beautiful, ambitious, and talented young woman started her business 8 years ago and built it from the ground up. Located just at the heart of Princes Town, the ambiance of this salon is always warm and inviting and often filled with the pleasing aroma of coffee and peppermint.
The creativity and precision in the work of Total Nail Concepts makes every nail design an individual work of art and it is evident that customer satisfaction is a top priority seen in the gratified look of the beaming customers.
For more on Total Nail Concepts
check out:
Instagram: #totalnailconcepts
Facebook: Total Nail Concepts
This remarkable innovation in make-up has most definitely taken the world by storm! It has been described as an iconic make-up sponge for effortless blending that eliminates lines and streaks that other blenders leave behind.
If you’ve never heard of or used this product before, allow me to introduce you. The beauty blender is a versatile make-up sponge that is used to apply foundation, bb cream, and concealer. It was developed to give persons a professional make up finish at home. What persons love about using these blending sponges is that they allow you to blend heavy foundations for full coverage and the result is natural make-up that looks more like skin!
What’s more, is that it is simple and easy to use, simply wet, squeeze and bounce to create a uniform and seamless look without streaks and lines. This product is also perfect for persons with sensitive skin as it is gentle and non-abrasive and as it is used wet it gives the skin additional hydration.
So if you don’t have one as yet, pick yours up today and if
you already love it share it in the comments!
Any professional make-up artist or make-up fan will tell you that the brushes you use to apply your make-up, makes all the difference in getting that flawless finish that we all desire. Over the years I’ve acquired quite the collection of make-up brushes. I’ve bought collections from MAC Cosmetics, Revlon, Beauty Care, Cala and I’ve honestly purchased every brush set that Sacha Cosmetics every produced. Why is this? Not because I just love collecting make-up brushes, but because I’ve never found a brush set that had every brush I needed to do a complete make-up look until now! Yes! It’s here, I’m talking about the Madame Maharaj Make-Up Brush Set.
This 16-piece brush set has every piece that you’ll ever need. The bristles of the brushes are made with natural-synthetic which means that it’s soft to touch and feels very natural. It’s also proven to be quite durable as I’ve had mine about a year now and use on a daily basis and they’re all still in perfect shape. It’s also lightweight and ergonomic and comes in a convenient holder that keeps your brushes completely protected when traveling. The range of brushes that you get in this set is so complete, there are both small and large powder brushes, concealer brushes, eyeshadow brushes and even the angle brush and spoolie in one convenient tool that I mentioned in my post on perfect eyebrows! What is also fantastic about this set is that it is so affordable retailing for only about $500.00 (TTD) which is about the price you’ll pay for 1 brush at MAC Cosmetics. These bushes are available at both the San-Fernando and Port of Spain branches of the Madame Maharaj School of Cosmetology. So pick up yours today, let me know which piece is your favorite in the comments below and check out this video!