How to Style a Low Braided Updo

A current hair fad that we are seeing more and more of, is a braided updo. Both updos and braided hairstyles are very versatile, and by combining the two hairstyle creates something completely irresistable! This hairstyle can appear very sophisticated and innocent, and is a hairstyle that never goes unnoticed. So if you want a stylish boost, and want to flaunt your feminity and romantic side, a low braided updo is just the thing for you.

At first sight, a low braided updo seems like a very complicated, sophisticated mess. Suprisingly it doesn't require professional styling skills of techniques to achieve this look. I know, shocking right! All you need to do is spend a little time practicing your braiding skills, after that you will be able to create this chic look in no time! So if you're loving this look, and are ready to try it out for yourself grab some bobby pins and elastic hair bands and go crazy!

The great thing about the low braided updo hairstyle is that it can be created on all hair types,
though it looks best on sleek soft straight hair. Even if you don’t have long locks, you can use temporary hair extensions!

First Step To start styling a low braided updo, part your hair on the side. If you already have bangs, keep your hair parted as usual and start right from there. Start braiding your hair from one side of the head. Take parts of your hair and incorporate them into the braid, as you go towards the back part of your head in a descending pattern. This technique is known as French braiding, and it requires a little bit of practice before you’ll be able to get a flawless braid without getting frustrated.

Second Step Once you reach the other side of the head, keep braiding your hair to create a braided side swept ponytail. At the end, secure your pony with a hair elastic and pull the braids apart gently to get that romantic loose effect.

Third Step The last step is to hide the loose part under the hair by tucking it in and securing with bobby pins. Finish with a spritz of your favorite hairspray, and you are ready to venture out into the world with your chic new hair!

Gold Glimmer Shine Spray by Moroccan Oil provides an invisible veil of pure luminous shine. This spray is infused with Argan oil and UV filters to provide instant shine and protection against the elements.

Luminous Hair Spray by Moroccan Oil is soft to the touch, reflective to the eye, and controlling to the hair. Formulated with a combination of highly sophisticated ingredients infused with argan oil, this humidity resistant hairspray offers a long lasting natural hold without stickiness or buildup.

Shimmer Pearlescent Spray by Brocato is a subtle, sparkling spray of pearlescent flecks.  Apply to hair after styling to add a sexy glow to your hair, skin or clothes, Shimmer Pearlescent Spray adds subtle glamour to any look.

Maximum Hold Hair Spray by Brocato The finishing spray provides maximum hold and shine to any hairstyle. An exceptional holding aerosol hair spray that delivers a resistant and brilliant finish. After styling as a finishing spray for maximum hold. Provides maximum hold and shine to any hairstyle. Hair has tremendous shine, manageable control and enhanced volume.

XOXO
BeautyLuver

Summer 2012 Makeup Trends

I don't know how it is in the other parts of the USA, but Redding Ca is getting Hotter this May, as day by day we are getting closer to Summer! I know most of you out there are working up on that summer tan whenever weather is good enough, and breaking in those new Summer Clothes! But, saying goodbye to a season, is more than just exchanging your wardrobe. It's also about your makeup!

Let's face it, what's in one month, is completely out the next. It's very Frustrating I know, Guys have it so easy! all they do is switch from pants to shorts and call it a mission accomplished. Girls, are slightly more complicated. when a new trend, and new weather comes into play we change everything from our clothes, to hair, our nail polish and even our makeup. Cuz, let's be honest here, every girl wants to look good, and even if you aren't a die hard fashion addict that switches from trend to trend, change happens, and every girl wants to look cute no matter the change!

So, this summer the current makeup trends are Bright Lips with Dramatic Eyes.

Lips to create the perfect Bright Lip, you need the perfect pout, and there is nothing attractive about an undefined lip line. the best way to create the perfect outliner for your lip colour is a lip pencil, but it's not easy to find a lip colour that matches your lip colour exactly. so to shortcut to the perfect pout, invest in a small lip brush to make application easier!

gloMinerals Lip Definer Brush is the perfect tool for amazing kissable looking lips!
A natural lip brush for velvety-soft lip color application. This unique brush actually collapses on command for clean and easy travel use.

Next, you need the perfect bright shade to give you that Pop of eye catching color! Luckily for us, gloMinerals offers a wide variety of lip makeup!

gloLiquid Lips A high-shine, luxurious formulation for an ultra-moist look that lasts while rich nutrients condition and protect. gloLiquid lips is a true mineral makeup innovation proving high fashion can also be good for your lips.

gloLip Stick Moisturizing lip stick with remarkable wearability and a color palette as rich as the nature-inspired colors they are modeled after.

gloRoyal Lip Crayon A crayon-inspired, chunky pencil that shades the lips with a moisture rich, long-lasting sheer gloss, and has the precision of a pencil. These sharpen-able crayons are available in five gorgeous shades.

Eyes most people assume when they say dramatic eyes, that they are talking about a classic smokey eye! now, while the smokey is an amazing classic smoldering look, its more of a winter look than summer. so don't be afriad to go for the dramatic look, with a snap of color that positively sizzles! Just like with your lips for dramtic eyes, the brush you use can make all the difference!

gloMinerals Angled Eye Brush is Angled for precision contour with just one stoke. The angled eye brush is a thick, flat headed brush blended to deposit optimal pigment on the eye lid. Also recommended for finishing and eye shadow blending.

Then, all you need for those Dramatic Eyes, is a swipe of your favorite mascara, outline your eyes in some black liner, and blend some eye popping color!

gloLash Lengthening Mascara is formulated to deliver nutrients and help the lashes to grow to their potential. Use alone or apply gloLash lenghtening mascara after gloLash thickener and conditioner for optimal results.

 gloLiquid Eyeliner Define your eyes with gloLiquid Eyeliner and watch the heads turn. Long-lasting and easy to apply, gloLiquid Eyeliner glides along the lash line to create a look that's uniquely you. Apply a thick, dark line for a bold, evening look, or a thin, fine line for a softer, daytime appearance.

Precise Micro Liner This creamy eyeliner glides across the lash line with ease and precision. Use the ultra fine point tip to create a beautiful fine line along the lashes for a daytime look or easily smoke out the eyes with the Smudge Brush for a more dramatic nighttime look. Perfect for creating the on-trend cat eye look.

gloEye Shadow These rich glominerals hues and timeless color favorites deliver crease-free coverage in a base loaded with antioxidants, perfect to highlight and contour any eye shape.

More products from gloMinerals, and other great brands can be found at Mission Beauty Salon & Days Spa in Northern, CA. Take advantage of their Free Shipping & Gift Wrap!

XOXO
BeautyLuver

How to use Eminence

Daily and Weekly Skin Care Regimes

How to use Eminence

Your skin needs proper care to look its best. Using Eminence in your daily or weekly skin care routine will make your skin glow with a renewed freshness and vitality. Below are simple instructions on how to use eminence to achieve beautiful skin:

Cleanse with Lemon Grass Cleanser followed by Hawthorn Tonique | twice per daily in the morning and evening | all skin types

Place a small amount of cleanser into your hands and emulsify with lukewarm water. Apply in a circular motion covering the entire face for 30 seconds. Gently remove with a damp facecloth or sponge and rinse thoroughly, alternating with warm and cold water. This action removed dirt, pollution and impurities from skin’s surface and prepare it for the Tonique which should be sprayed directly onto the face and neck, avoiding the eye areas.

Exfoliate with Radish Seed Refining Peel | once per week | all skin types, except active acne or hypersensitive skins

It is important to exfoliate your skin once a week to help remove dead skin cells and dirt that can dull your complexion. To exfoliate, first cleanse the skin as in step 1. For sensitive skins, dilute with water and leave on for 3-5 minutes. For normal skins, the peel can be left on for 3-5 minutes with no dilution required. For extra exfoliation and non-sensitive skins, the peel can be left on for 5-10 minutes with no dilution required. Use a lukewarm facecloth to gently remove the dried peel using a circular motion. Rinse thoroughly with clear water and follow with a masque or moisturizer.

Treat with Primrose and Melon Balancing Masque or Yellow Sweet Clover Anti-Redness Masque | once or twice a week | all skin types

Emulsify a small amount of masque in your hand with a few drops of water. Apply evenly over the entire face, including the neck and décolleté if desired. Allow the masque to dry for 5-10 minutes. Use a lukewarm face cloth to gently remove the masque using a circular motion. Rinse thoroughly with clear water and finish with moisturizer, Alternate between the two masques as needed. Note that the Yellow Sweet Clover Anti-Redness Masque is also effective on rosacea skins.

Moisturize with Echinacea Recovery cream, Apricot Calendula Nourishing Cream and Bearberry Eye Repair Cream | twice per day in the morning and evening | all skin types

For oily to normal skins, apply a layer of the Recovery Cream over the entire face and neck area and leave on during the day and for normal skins, follow with the Nourishing Cream in the evenings. For dry skins, apply a layer of the Nourishing Cream over the entire face and neck area in the mornings as well as the evenings and leave on. If a lighter application is desired, emulsify a small amount of moisturizer in your hands with a few drops of water. For extra hydration, apply a thick layer in dry areas. Follow by applying a then layer of the Bearberry Eye Repair Cream to cleansed area with light blending movements until absorbed and leave on.

Moisturize body with Quince Nourishing Body Lotion | twice per day in the morning and evening | all skin types

Apply a small amount to cleansed skin. Massage into skin and leave on. Recommended after exfoliations, shower or body scrub.

XOXO
BeautyLuver

4 Tips to Eyeshadow Application

Have you ever walked passed another girl and thought, "How did they make their eyeshadow look like that?" Well I have, many many times. It takes a girl years to master the art of makeup application, including blending eyeshadows. I'm a creature of habit, and I avoid using more than one eye shadow colour, because I can't blend...It's a harsh truth in the beauty world, but I admit it.

But, I have decided to learn how, I mean what kind of Beauty Guru can I be if I don't know the do's and don'ts or the whys or how to's of makeup application. So, today's blog covers Eyeshadow Tips that will help you with the basics to Eyeshadow Application.

Tip #1 This is most important, it really helps you know what to do to make your colours blend perfectly. First, you need to apply a light colored eyeshadow as your base over the entire lid, even all the way up to your brow bone. Next, you apply the main color shadow on your eyelid. Finally you can add the darkest colour in the crease of your eye, Always make sure your work from light to dark. Be sure to add sparingly to make it easier to blend. Make sure that your dakr colour only stays in the crease and not along the brow bone, then using a brush blend only on the outside edge. And if you have difficulties picking color coombinations, make it easy with:

gloEye Shadow Trio by gloMinerals: A complete shadow application trio, complete with contour, highlighter and liner shades. Looking to make color combination selections in a hurry? gloEye Shadow Trio is all you need. Complete with contour, highlighter and liner shades, this all-in-one eye shadow compact supplies you with a color coordinated palette for any occasion. Each color-rich trio is precisely matched to achieve timeless beauty with crease-free coverage and beautiful hues.

Tip #2 Shimmering eyeshadows can really make your eyes glimmer and sparkle, but they can also highlight fine lines and wrinkles. So if your objective is to appear younger, apply carefully.

gloDust 24K by gloMinerals: This clever color and shine enhancer delivers a range of effects from a subtle sparkle to a gilded skin tone. We recommend using gloDust on the face, body, in the hair, or wherever you want to shimmer.

Tip #3 Smoky Eyes are a classic, O-so-Popular look, that will probably never go out of fashion. But, when applying your shadow a good tip for a beautiful Smoky Eye is to keep the color on your lid and lower lash line. Do not extend the color to your crease of brow bone.

gloMetallic Smoky Eye Kit by gloMinerals:Smoky eyes are always on trend and now a simple look to create. The gloMetallic smoky eye kit includes four essential colors for creating a sultry, metallic smoky eye in a sleek, mirrored compact and an easy five step application guide. Can be applied dry or wet to increase pigment; great if using as an eye liner.

Tip #4 To make eyes appear brighter a great tip is to apply white eyeshadow, or using a white eyeliner pencil on the inner corner of your eyelid, close to your tear duct.

gloPrecision Eye Pencil by gloMinerals: An advanced mineral liner formulation that glides on like silk and never runs. Plus, this formulation is infused with antioxidants and is formulated for even the most sensitive eyes. gloMinerals gloPrecision eye pencils are available in ten velvety, water-resistant shades with an artist's blending point on the tip of each pencil.

The Perfect Updo when you say I Do

Now that it is May, it is officially wedding season! Whether you are the Bride, the Bridesmaid, or just a Guest it is still important to look your best. one sure thing about weddings, there will be a camera man lurking in a corner somewhere, and when he points that lense on you, you want to look your best. But, looking your best is not always cheap, and with all the hustle and bustle a wedding brings you might not have time to go to a salon to get that perfect updo.

Today, I will show you how you can recreate a classic pin-up hairstyle. Not only is it simple, but it looks amazing! and you only need three products!

Step One First thing you need to do is wash your hair! then while hair is still damp use the Curls Shape Activator by Alterna. A curl enhancing serum that delivers definition, shape and control while adding spring and bounce to curls. Using your hands crimp your hair, so that when it drys your hair is softly waved. If your hair is already naturally curl, this Activator will just help tame those curls, and prevent frizz. Once your hair is dry, move to the next step.

Step Two Divide the hair into three sections and messily braid each section. Secure the braids with a ponytail holder. The, spray each braid with the Gold Glimmer Shine Spray by Moroccan Oil. The Moroccan Oil Gold Shimmer Shine Spray provides an invisible veil of pure luminous shine. The Moroccan Oil Shimmer spray is infused with Argan oil and UV filters to provide instant shine and protection against the elements.

Step Three Holding a small piece of the end of the braid taut, slide the rubber band up the braid to create a rough texture and huge volume to the hair.

Step Four Wrap the excess piece in to the braid and wind the entire braid around the base of the braid like you would wrap a bun. Repeat with the remaining two braids and pin into place.

Step Five Finish the look with a spritz of the 3 Way Hairspray by Michael O'Rourke. This is the flagship product in the “Michael O’Rourke” Styling Line.  This luxury hairspray incorporates breakthrough technology by utilizing an adjustable nozzle to deliver 3 spray strengths for 3 types of styling, a never before seen invention in the beauty industry.

XOXO
Beauty Luver

What does your makeup say about you?

Unfortunately we live in a world where people judge the book by the cover, I do not condone this stereotype, but you can't change the facts. People want to be friends with indivuals that have the same taste and style. Our mind is convincing us, this person has a bedazzled purse, and I have a bedazzled purse, so we like the same clothes, which means we probably like to do the same things. this is completely and utterly false.

In the world of Fashion, everything from the way we cut and style our hair, and the clothes we wear is a form of expression. We dress in a style, to project the type of person you are, or the type of person you want people to think you are.

Personally, my look doesn't project me in the way that I am, I like to think my look is a mixture of different set "styles". With my black eyeliner, dark eye makeup, unpainted lips, colorful nails, casual clothes I can give people a certain image depending on the day, and to be frank my mood. the dark makeup and eyeliner gives off an "emo" vibe, especially in the months I like to wear black nail polish. but do I think of myself as "emo" no, I do not. There is also the unpainted lips, and the fact I do not wear foundation, if you ask the "experts" they say the unpainted lips and face hints towards insecurities, or just not "caring" about my look. which isn't true, I do care about my looks, foundation makes me feel like I'm trying to cover myself up and I don't like the "i'm trying so hard" feeling it gives me, and the lack of lip colour, It's sticky and feels wierd when I eat breakfast. The bright colorful nail color sends of the picture that I'm young, and immature. Which I think we all have those moments, but picking the same nail colors as a kindergardner (which I do) does send off the wrong image (to guys), I know you ladies understand when I say the bright colors are fun, and make me feel like summer has arrived!

I'm comfortable with who I am, and what my style is. But, sometimes it does bug me when people get the wrong impression. So I've listed several makeup trends, and what it tells people about you!

Red Lips Women who paint their lips that bold shade of red, send off the image of extremely confident, super sexy and in control woman. According to studies, women who wear red lipstick have better careers. On an internet survey, over 3,000 women buy red lipstick because it gives them a sense of control and confidence, and make them feel more successful.

Mirabellia Lip Colour--Ruthless--Rich, high-pigment fashion shades go on smoothly and stay put with no bleeding. Available in 18 shades. Lead-free; Paraben-free.

Pink Lips Women who choose pink lip colour, especially light pink, send off the sweet, innocent, romantic image. It also indicates happiness, and a fantastic love life. Hence, we see alot of this color on wedding days!

Mirabellia Lip Colour--Vineyard--Rich, high-pigment fashion shades go on smoothly and stay put with no bleeding. Available in 18 shades. Lead-free; Paraben-free.

Bright Eye Shadow Women who rock those bright shades, give people the impression of having a flamboyant personality. People naturally think, the more severe the shade, the more bold the person.

GloEye Shadow--Ocean--These rich glominerals hues and timeless color favorites deliver crease-free coverage in a base loaded with antioxidants, perfect to highlight and contour any eye shape.

Smoky Eyes The smoky eye is the most classic, popular eye makeup look. Sooty eyes exude a sense of mystery and tons of sexiness. The eyes become the unmistakable focal point of the face, but in a very sultry, come-hither sort of way.

GloMetallic Smoky Eye Kit--Smoky eyes are always on trend and now a simple look to create. The gloMetallic smoky eye kit includes four essential colors for creating a sultry, metallic smoky eye in a sleek, mirrored compact and an easy five step application guide. Can be applied dry or wet to increase pigment; great if using as an eye liner.

Barely there Makeup Women who have a less-is-more attitude towards makeup are essentially self-confident and very comfortable in their own skin.You may be a makeup minimalist, but you're religious when it comes to skincare-- your glowing complexion speaks for itself!

Energizing Pomegranate Cleanser--Wake up call on the double! Dual-action foam cleanses and tones. Contains Murad's powerful Energizing Pomegranate Complex™, a vitalizing blend of artemia to help stimulate healthy cell function and pomegranate antioxidants to help defend skin.

Manicured Nails Perfectly manicured nails -- especially if yours are long and lacquered with colorful varnish -- are synonymous with a pretty leisurely life, as to keep up a look like this you can't use your hands much. Dark polishes are more high-maintenance than lighter shades since any chips will be more obvious.

XOXO
BeautyLuver

Basics for All Skin Types

We've all been told that to achieve perfect, healthy skin that you need to cleanse, tone and moisturize on a nightly or weekly basis, depending on your routine. But, have you ever asked yourself the reason? Why should we also exfoliate, use a masque and a serum?

Why Exfoliate? Exfoliation is the key to vibrant skin. Hungarian estheticians have long known that regular exfoliation to remove the hard keratin layer build-up brings luminosity and clarity to the skin. For younger skin, exfoliation unplugs pores and keeps the skin clear and smooth. For mature skin, exfoliation is essential to help minimize fine lines, remove dry flakes and to revive sluggish skin.

Strawberry Rhubarb Dermafoliant-daily use rice based dual action exfoliant for all skin types-
Gently buff and smooth your skin for a bright and radiant complexion with this mild daily use organic cleansing exfoliant from Eminence. Designed to activate when combined with water, oil absorbing rice powder along with lactic and salicylic acids remove dead skin cells and soften skin while antioxidant rich strawberries and rhubarb cleanse and tighten pores. Results oriented gentle enough for sensitive to mature skin types.

Why use Masques? Using a face masque once or twice per week will dramatically increase the elasticity and health of your skin. Eminence masques contain high amounts of concentrated vitamins and nutrient-rich ingredients. When used consistently, once or twice per week, masque applications allow the active ingredients to penetrate deeply into the skin giving additional hydration and firming benefits. Treatment masques can be used to control acne, rosacea, dryness or oiliness.

Strawberry Rhubarb Masque-hydrating and replenishing masque for normal to dry skin types- Plump and replenish skin for a renewed youthful flush with juicy strawberried, calming rhubarb and restoring vegan friendly hyaluronic acid. Moisture is returned when these hydrating ingredients penetrate the deepest layers of your skin while the gentle exfoliation of salicylic acid found in refining strawberries ensures an overall refreshed appearance and beautiful sweet cheeks.

Why use Serums, Oils and Concentrates? Serums, oils and concentrates are beauty elixirs that infuse skin with pure vitamins and herbs. They are applied as the last step before moisturizing after your skin has been cleansed and toned. The light liposome of a serum and concentrated oil base of  luxurious oils ensure deep penetration into the skin to impart a healthy glow from within. The active ingredients plump and smooth skin to give it a youthful look. Serums, oils and concentrates are often a neglected step since their use is not clearly understood.

Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Serum-replenishing and hydrating serum for all skin types especially dehydrated- Reawaken your skin with the fountain of youth thanks to the restoring powers of vegan friendly hyaluronic acid and vitamin rich strawberries and rhubarb. Repairing and hydrating, this renewing serum will help skin bounce back to a fresh, youthful glow.

XOXO
BeautyLuver

The Look of Spring by Stila

Let me just first start out by saying, I'm addicted to makeup! And I will never claim to being a makeup guru! Like most of you out there I had a terrible ugly duckling stage when I was thirteen. braces, pimples, ick! When I was thirteen I thought cover up and black eyeliner would solve my delima. I also thought that my eyeshadow needed to go all the way up to my eyebrows. I'm happy to say, I grew up, and let me just say my taste has severely improved, as well as my application skills.

Working with makeup, skincare and haircare products my knowledge has significantly improved. especially when it comes to makeup. my first love. At Mission Beauty Salon & Spa we carry several different makeup lines, I won't lie to you, I love all of them for different reasons and different products. one of my Top Three, is Stila Cosmetics.

The genius's of Stila Cosmetics have created a look, that I find the perfect look for spring. it's bright, and cheerful without being to much. Which in my mind is perfect!

To Create this look you need a couple of products by Stila:

Stila's Lip and Cheek stain is a must for the spring. Used as a sheer blush, or a lip tint this revolutionary formula is easy to build and blend. The best part?  All of the Crush stains react to your personal pH to give you a beautiful, fresh-faced flush in your perfect shade of pink. 

When I need an extra pop of color I go straight for Stila’s custom color blush.  This perceptive one-shade-fits-all powder blush reacts with your skin's pH to create a one-of-a-kind, customized shade perfect for you! The weightless powder can be layered to achieve just the right amount of color and coverage. Beware, a little goes a very long way, and gives a strong shot of color. The blush contains a spherical silicone elastomer treated powder that provides a soft focus effect and diffuses light. The effect is youthful and glowing. 

To finish the look, I use the Stila All Over Shimmer powder duo.  This gorgeous all over shimmer powder combines the soft champagne Kitten and a pale iridescent pink. This multi-purpose powder instantly enhances the complexion with a fresh, radiant glow. This powder can be used as an eye shadow, highlighter, cheek color and to enhance the décolleté.

And last but not least, to complete the easy look I suggest using the Eye Shadow Trio in Goddess. Three eye shadow shades in one - base, crease and liner - make your eye shadow a breeze and create a complete eye look in minutes! Wear colors alone or together for countless combinations.

XOXO
BeautyLuver

How to create the Perfect Nude Lip

Do you see other women with perfect nude lip colour, and think, I wish I could do that? Well you have come to the right website. At Mission Beauty Salon & Spa we offer all the tools and advice you will need to create the Perfect Nude Lip. And the great thing is, is that you can create the Perfect Nude Lip in three fast, unbelievably east steps, using only three products!

Step One Before you try this look make sure your lips are well exfoliated. The gloExfoliating lip wand by gloMinerals exfoliates and conditions all in one step! Nourishing wax microcrystals melt on contact and lock in moisture to prevent dry skin from returning, leaving lips soft and moisturized. Jojoba conditions the lips and a light peachy scent delights the senses.

Step Two Next, use your finger or a lip brush to blend a light layer of concealer onto your lips. When applying the concealer to your lips, don’t go overboard or your lips might end up looking a bit muddy. Whether covering an occasional blemish, scarring, hyperpigmentation or a visible skin condition, herein lies the solution. gloCamouflage oil-free by gloMinerals offers rich pigments to conceal and clinically advanced treatment ingredients to help improve dark circles and hyperpigmentation.

Step Three To complete the look add a layer of clear lipgloss for a basic, lush, nude lip look. If you want color with shine and antioxidant benefits, without annoying flavor or fragrance use the gloGloss by gloMinerals. For the Perfect Nude Lip, use the Shine gloGloss, or if you want a hint of color try the Whisper gloGloss.

XOXO
BeautyLuver

gloMinerals

gloMinerals is a makeup system uniquely formulated for skincare professionals and their clients. These advanced formulations combine pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, natural high-pigment minerals and the power of antioxidants. The result is clinically advanced mineral makeup that covers and helps correct and protect. gloMinerals offers the hottest hues and color favorites, all rich in pigment and ready to wear. Colors that represent a blissful union of fashion and timeless offering the perfect glo.

Base Basics all makeup starts with the basics. and the first step is creating that perfect, smooth canvas. Use the gloFace Primer creates an even, ideal canvas for foundation by filling in wrinkles and large pores so that foundation goes on looking porcelain smooth. gloMinerals even offers gloCamouflage to camouflage blemishes, scarring, hyperpigmentation or visible skin conditions on the face. Available in Golden, Beige, Golden-honey, Natural. Want something easier? more compact? travel worthy? Get the same great coverage with the gloCoverz-it stick, covers and helps heal blemishes with chamomile and salicylic acid. Available in two shades light and medium. Once you've created that perfect canvas, you can apply your foundation. when you use gloMinerals you have many different options when it comes to your foundation. gloMinerals has gloPressed base, a compact mineral foundation; gloProtective Liquid Foundation, a sheer liquid foundation available in Satin or Matte depending on your skin type; gloLoose base, a light loose powder foundation. so whatever your preference, powder or liquid, gloMinerals has all you need when it comes to foundation. Once you've applied foundation you can finish with a spritz of gloMoist hydration mist. A blend of antioxidants and anti-aging benefits that hydrates instantly. Spray the skin before or after makeup application to set makeup and to refresh the skin throughout the day.

Cheeks & Glo now that you've created a perfect canvas, complete with your shade of foundation we need to add some face colour. while its one thing to want a natural even tone with your foundation, it is important to add some blush and color to those cheeks to make you appear more natural. Now that we are in spring, I don't know about you but I lost some of my tan over the winter. so get a jump start to that summer tan and choose a good bronzer. the gloBronzer is an easy to use bronzer created to help achieve a natural, healthy glo. Can be worn alone, on top of or underneath base. And because we are girls, we have an unatural obsession with glitter. So to add a little sparkle use the gloDust 24k, a clever color and shine enhancer that delivers a range of effects from a subtle sparkle to glided skin tone. Use on the face, body, in the hair or wherever shimmer is desired. If you want to illuminate your skin, minus the glitter, gloMinerals offers the gloHighlighter. This pink luminescent cream adds a subtle radiance to instantly brighten the complexion. Once you've added that glo-ing tan, you can add some blush to those cheeks. whether you want a cream blush, powdered blush or a duo blush gloMinerals has what you need. But, for me personally you can't beat the classic. the gloBlush by gloMinerals is a high pigment blush with a wide variety of colors for expert shading and highlighting.

Eyes This is personally my favorite part of being a girl. The eye makeup! The colors! the sparkle! and can I just say how somwthing as simple as color can makes your eyes POP. The first step is the gloLid primer, it prevents oil from interfering with eye makeup application, allowing for more vibrant color and longer wear. No matter your personal style, or how you like to apply your eyeliner gloMinerals has what you need. The gloCream eye liner has luxurious cream pigments to enable easy precision lining at the lash line. Or, the gloPrecision eye pencil, formulated for even the most sensitive eyes, the colors glide on and never run. Each pencil has an artists' tip to help smudge and blend pigment. And then the really amazing part of the process, the color! the gloEye shadow rich hues and timeless color favorites deliver cease-free coverage to highlight and enhance eyes. Looking to make color combination selections in a hurry? gloEye Shadow Trio is all you need. Complete with contour, highlighter and liner shades, this all-in-one eye shadow compact supplies you with a color coordinated palette for any occasion. Each color-rich trio is precisely matched to achieve timeless beauty with crease-free coverage and beautiful hues. Finish your eyes with a swipe or two of the gloLash lengthening mascara, add definition and extend lashes to their fullest length with a simple swipe.

Lips now that we have done all of this, don't insult your reflection by ignoring your lips. First, use the gloLip filler pencil, a liner that smoothes fine lines around the lips and prevents feathering. don't forget to exfoliate with the exfoliating lip wand, a nourishing wax microcrystals gently exfoliate and then melt to lock in moisture and prevent dry skin from returning, leaving lips soft and moisturized. Jojoba conditions the lips and a delicate peach scent delights the senses. Outline, and create lip shape with gloPrecision lip pencil, a long wearing water-resistant liner to define lips and help keep color in place. Each pencil has a lip brush to make blending easy. If you're looking for the perfect combo of a gloss and a lipstick, look no further than the gloRoyal lip crayon. A crayon-inspired, chunky pencil that shades the lips with a moisture rich, long-lasting sheer gloss, and has the precision of a pencil. If you want more plump, kissable lips without changing your color try the gloLip plumper in clear, contains marine collagen filling spheres, which swell with the body's natural moisture, and safflower oil to hydrate and nourish, leaving lips plump and protected.

gloMinerals formulations deliver unsurpassed coverage, broad spectrum UV protection and assist in combating free radical damage. gloMinerals offers innovative new products in a rich color palette of the hottest hues and timeless color classics. Our clinical skincare makeup line is embraced by dermatologists, plastic surgeons and leading skin care professionals worldwide. you can find all that glo offers, and much more at Mission Beauty Salon & Spa.

XOXO
BeautyLuver

The Perfect Makeup Look for Spring

Springtime makes us think of Flowers. Flowers make us think of Easter. and Easter, besides making us think of candy and easter eggs, makes us think of Easter Colors. In our last blog we talked about the Neon Makeup Trend that was hitting the runways by storm this year, but not all of us want to strut down the sidewalk with bright pink lips, and shockingly vibrant yellow eye shadows.

But, Spring is the time where your makeup should be more colorful. It's the time we throw out those Burgundy Lip Colours and Dark Dusky Shadows, and add a little pinch of color. While those dark shades work splendidly during Winter, in Spring, it just makes you think of death. If you are unsure what colors to stick to, and still wanna be in the current trend these colors are the ones for you: Light Pink, Lavender, Baby Blue, Beige, Light Green. And if you are still confused, think of the colors you see during Easter as a color guide.

GloMinerals is a skin nurturing mineral makeup for beauty with a higher purpose. Advanced formulations combine pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, natural high-pigment minerals and the power of antioxidants. The result is clinically advanced makeup that covers and helps correct and protect. glominerals cosmetics deliver unsurpassed coverage, broad spectrum UV protection and helps combat free radical damage. This clinical mineral makeup line is preferred by dermatologists and leading skincare professionals worldwide. Perfect skin isn't a matter of luck, it's a matter of science. GloMinerals makes science beautiful.

The GloEye Shadow Trio in Napoli, is the perfect color palette that screams spring. A complete shadow application trio, complete with contour, highlighter and liner shades. Looking to make color combination selections in a hurry? GloEye Shadow Trio is all you need. Complete with contour, highlighter and liner shades, this all-in-one eye shadow compact supplies you with a color coordinated palette for any occasion. Each color-rich trio is precisely matched to achieve timeless beauty with crease-free coverage and beautiful hues. The pale pink shadow looks good on any skin tone, while the light blue, and beige shadow are just dark enough to ad contrast to your eyeshadow, without appearing to dark, and keeps the light pink from being to dominating.

Define your eyes with GloLiquid Eyeliner and watch the heads turn. Long-lasting and easy to apply, GloLiquid Eyeliner glides along the lash line to create a look that's uniquely you. Apply a thick, dark line for a bold, evening look, or a thin, fine line for a softer, daytime appearance. The GloLiquid Eyeliner is available in three shades, but to channel Springtime, I would recommend using the Mocha GloLiquid Eyeliner.

The GloBlush in Bare, is a subtle pink that works well with the Napoli GloEye Shadow Trio by GloMinerals.

High pigment blush for expert shading and highlighting. GloBlush is a highly pigmented, mineral powder blush. Its soft, easy to apply formula glides over the cheeks for a flawless, ''just blushed'' look. Ideal for any occasion or skin color, GloBlush contains antioxidant vitamins and broad-spectrum sun protection, helping your cheeks to stay soft and beautiful. Bare is an ultra-light, barely-there shade.

Complete the Look, with a swipe of Color. The GloMinerals GloLip Filler Pencil a liner primer that leaves lips looking smooth, soft and professionally defined. Smoothes and fills fine lip lines to prevent feathering and fading while supporting hydration of the lips. Once you apply the GloLip Filler, you can apply your color. The GloRoyal Lip Crayon in Imperial Pink is a personal favorite of mine. A crayon-inspired, chunky pencil that shades the lips with a moisture rich, long-lasting sheer gloss, and has the precision of a pencil. These sharpen-able crayons are available in five gorgeous shades. Check out the other amazing products offered by GloMinerals at Mission Beauty Salon & Spa!

XOXO
BeautyLuver

Neon Beauty Trend: 5 Ways to Wear

The Latest and Hottest Trend this Spring is Neon Makeup! I know what you are thinking, Neon? How do you make Neon Makeup look good? Neon colors create a bold statement. So If you're not afraid to be bold, and turn heads in the process, this new trend is for you! It works great on every skin tone and compliments almost ever look, if worn properly. You can wear this colorful trend in five different ways:

Lips Electricly Bright Lips can work great, especially if you couple it with classic black eyeliner and a stunningly porcelain complexion. Keep your other makeup minimal, to really give your Lips that POP of Color! This Spring, the colors that are hot, is Vibrant Fuchsia to Neon Tangerine Lips. A great Lip Colour, that works great with all skin tones is the Moi Lip Colour by Mirabella. Rich, high-pigment fashion shades go on smoothly and stay put with no bleeding. Available in 18 shades. Lead-free; Paraben-free.

And if you reallly want to make that bright, hot pink stand out you can also try pairing the Moi Lip Colour with the Hypnotic Lip Lustre Liner by Mirabella. heer, brilliant lip liner is easy to blend and layer. Aloe Vera keeps lips soft and application comfortable. Long-wearing shiny finish creates the perfect base for lip gloss formulas. Available in six shades.

Eyes Neon Eyeshadows can look elegant and gorgeous! Even though that seems kind of unbelievable, It's true! IF you wear it properly (Nicki Minaj doesn’t count). In order to look bright, but not vulgar wearing neon eyeshadow shades, you need just to pair your fave neon color with a natural one to get a perfect beauty balance. For example, you can apply a bit of yellow eyeshadow to the inner corners of your eyes and neutral brown to the lid.

Banana and Mink GloEye Shadow by GloMinerals is the perfect example of making neon eyeshadows chic, and elegant. Using the Banana GloEye Shadow, brush on the bright yellow along your lash line, as well as the inner corners of your lid. Then using, the Mink GloEye Shadow, sweep the colour in your crease, below the brow bone. Make sure to blend well, so that you see the change from yellow to brown perfectly!

Eye Liner If you can’t venture to apply a shocking eyeshadow shade, start your neon beauty experiments with a vivid liner color. Luckily there is great variety to choose from. Try pairing green, blue or purple liner colors with a clean face. It will make your eyes pop like nothing else. This look is great for the office, it keeps your other make up minimal, and gives just a touch of color, that ensures people will be looking at your eyes! Great for business meetings!

Bright Yellow or Bright Pink might still be a little scary for those of us, myself included, that never really tried bright neon makeup before. So a nice baby step, would be a light blue eye liner. The Peacock Smudge Stick Waterproof Eye Liner by Stila is an amazing choice! You'll go crazy for Smudge Sticks! This highly pigmented, waterproof eye liner glides on to deliver intense, vibrant color with staying power.

Nails In search of an appropriate accessory for your neutral outfit, neon painted nails will do the job. Try coral, orange or bright pink if you have a warm skin tone or go for purple, yellow or blue if your skin tone is cool.

Cheeks Not actually neon, but heavily blushed cheeks are among the hottest ways to wear bright makeup colors this Spring! Hot Pinks, Bright Oranges...bright blush gives you that gorgeous face color, and is a great way to use the bright shades to highlight and contour your face to make those cheek bones stand out!

the Rouge Crushed Mineral Blush by Youngblood is amazing! A nice bright, yet subtle pink that works for all skin tones. Our Crushed Mineral Blush offers a hint of luscious color that can be applied to the cheeks, temples, eyes, or lips for a healthy natural glow. Our exclusive sifter component makes dispensing easy and precise; with a tap of a finger, you get just the right amount--no mess, no waste.

All these great products listed, and much, much more can be found at Mission Beauty Salon & Spa.

XOXO

BeautyLuver

How to Restore the health to Damaged Hair

As women we tend to be quite ruff on our hair. Bleaching. Dying. Streaking. Chemicals. Hot Irons. I shudder to think of the damage. And it does cause damage, especially if you are not taking the steps and using the products to rehydrate and preserve the shine to your hair so you aren't stepping into the salon every week!

If you have highlights then more than likely you used bleach to make the strands lighter. Bleach can dry out your hair, making it loose hydration and that luscious, healthy shine. To give your hair a hydrated boost that it desperately needs I'd recommend the Intense Hydrating Masque by Moroccan Oil. A rich, creamy treatment, designed to hydrate and repair damaged hair. With continued use, this highly effective mask revitalizes hair, restoring shine and manageability.

But restoring the health and shine to your, is more than just using a treatment. You also need to make sure that you are using a shampoo and conditioner that also helps. Moroccan Oil offers the Moisture Repair Conditioner; Gently detangles and reconstructs hair while infusing it with argan oil, keratin, fatty acids and proteins. This formula is safe for color treated hair and free of sulfates, phosphates and parabens. This luxurious cream helps restore moisture and repair chemically damaged hair, conditioning hair back to its natural health. And also, Moroccan Oil has the Moisture Repair Shampoo to gently cleanses while infusing hair with argan oil, keratin, fatty acids, proteins and other nutrients. This formula is free of sulfates, phosphates and parabens and is safe for color treated hair. The creamy lather helps repair chemically damaged hair, leaving it soft, shiny and full of body improving the hair's overall health.
And if you really love Moroccan Oil, and want a little something extra to your hair, I'd recommend the Moroccan Oil Treatment. Moroccanoil Oil Treatment has unique quality of instant absorption into hair, creating an instant shine and long term conditioning without leaving residue. The patented, weightless formula heals and nourishes the hair and scalp while protecting it against UV damage and other environmental stresses.
The Benefits Moroccan Oil gives you are:

• Instant absorption.
• Restores shine and softness.
• Strengthens brittle hair.
• Promotes healing.
• Argan oil enriched.
• Provides nourishement to damaged hair.
• Creates optimal balance for hair and scalp.
• Alleviates itchy, dry scalp.
• Protects against UV damage and other environmental factors.
• Reduces drying time.
• Speeds up styling time.
• Amber glass bottle protects oil from ultraviolet rays that cause oxidation and degradation.
• Alcohol free.

All these Great Products by Moroccan Oil can be found at Mission Beauty Salon & Spa.

XOXO
BeautyLuver

Color Blocking Your Make-up

A really popular trend that tends to pop out in the Spring and Summer months, is Color Blocking. It first made it's appearance on Spring 2011 runways. Color Blocking is strategically placed, contrasting, yet complimentary, bold and bright colors paired together to create a unique look. To fully grasp the full, bold color effect you match choose three different colors to play with. Not sure what colors blend well with eachother? Try using the rule of two-thirds theory. What's the rule of two-thirds theory? According to the theory, start by making a triangle on a color wheel. Then, you can pick the three colors that the points of the triangle touch. These colors almost always look beautiful together! All though, we mainly see Color Blocking in the form of Fashion and Clothing. It can still be used in other ways. What ways? You might ask yourself. Simple. Your makeup.

When applying makeup we normally use between two to three shades of eyeshadow when blending and contouring our eyes. By using the Color Blocking technique as inspiration you can play with any part of your makeup regime to add bold splashes of bright, fun colors that work for Spring and Summer!

Still not getting it? Well Today we are going to show you how to create the look from the above picture! now this color combination was obviously inspired by a peacock feather, combining gold, blue and green.

The first step, is picking what eyeshadows to use! GloMinerals is an amazing make-up line that offers a wide range of products from eyeshadows to lipsticks. The GloEye Shadow by GloMinerals, offers shadows in rich hues and timeless color to deliver crease-free coverage in a base loaded with antioxidants, perfect to highlight and contour any eye shape. To re-create this Peacock Feather Color Block Look, you are going to want to use the Twinkle, Rain Forest and Ocean GloEye Shadows.

Using the Eye Base Brush by GloMinerals, brush on the Twinkle GloEye Shadow along the inner corners, and lid of your eye. Using the Angled Eye Brush, apply the Rain Forest GloEye Shadow over the middle part of your lid. Also, using the same tool, brush the Rain Forest along your lower lash line. Using the Eye Contour Brush, apply Ocean in the crease of your eyelide, brushing right under your brow bone. Use the brush to perfectly blend the bright blue so that you can see the your eyeshadows fade from gold-green-blue for a perfect replica of a Peacock feather.

Next, apply an eyeliner along your top lid only, staying close to the lash line. The GloCream Eye Liner in Ebony would be the perfect choice! Luxurious cream pigments enable easy precision lining at the lash line. glominerals GloCream Eye Liners can also be smudged for a smoky look. Apply on a few coats, of GloLash Lengthening Mascara is formulated to deliver nutrients and help the lashes to grow to their potential.

Complete the Look, by swiping on the Imperial Pink GloRoyal Lip Crayon by GloMinerals. A crayon-inspired, chunky pencil that shades the lips with a moisture rich, long-lasting sheer gloss, and has the precision of a pencil. These sharpen-able crayons are available in five gorgeous shades. If GloMinerals is not the makeup for you, Check out Mission Beauty Salon & Spa to see what other greta maekup lines we provide!

XOXO

Beauty Luver

Five New Hairstyles for Spring

With Spring, comes change. As the weather changes, so does your hair. You've been sporting that Winter look for months, and now is the time for change. So at Mission Beauty Salon & Spa, we've put together Five New Hairstyles fo Spring, and the products you need to create these amazing looks.

Hairstyle #1 For this look you want volume!

This look is a thick, roughed-up side braid. For this look, it's great if you are running late, and don't have time to straighten or curl. Using a comb tease hair, in thick sections adding hairspray to create a gritty texture. Searching for the ultimate hair styling aid? One product to replace the five it's taking you to create your current look? You've been looking for Aerogel by Tri. It's a hair spray in a gel base. It works as a fixative, gel spray and root lifter all in one. Aerogel turns every design idea into natural looking reality! After applying a generous coat of hairspray, pull everything to the side and braid away! Don't try and tame your hair, Bumps and flyaways are welcome for this look.

Hairstyle #2 For this look you want sleek, shine!

You can never go wrong when twisting your hair into a bun. It is a simple, classic look that can go with any occasion. Whether you are going to a business meeting, or just relaxing at home. The Bun is a classic, chic look. This new, low-slung, twisty bun is a cool look for Spring. The key is to create that "wet" look, and your hair moist with a liquid gel or mousse. After washing your hair, blow-dry until hair is slightly damp. A great styling gel is the Esculpt Gel by Thermafuze. Esculpt is a protein-rich creme gel that produces long lasting, truly gorgeous, natural-feeling results. This pliable formula allows for extraordinary creativity and design. After running product through hair, pull hair back into a ponytail, twist the length of your ponytail, wrap it around into a bun and jab in some bobby pins to anchor the look. 

Hairstyle #3 For this look you want perfect, spiral curls!

Curls are always fun! And like the bun they can easily be teased into working for a casual or formal event. But whats really been hitting the runway this Spring is hair accessories with curls! Sparkly barrettes, silk flowers or blinged out pins. Before you insert whatever accessorie that you desire, use the Hydrating Cream by Moroccan Oil. This leave- in styling cream eliminates frizz, adds definition and brilliant shine, while the pure argan oil conditions and hydrates the hair. An effective and versatile product for all hair types. using a comb, create a part on the side of your head, draping hair, and curls across your head arranging them at eye level. Then insert sparkly barrette or gigantic, glamorous silk flowers to add a little polish to your curls.

Hairstyle #4 For this look you want Messy, Texture!

The styles that seem to be trending this Spring is messy hair, with accessories and texture! For this look you want to get that windblown beach look. Deconstructed waves are in full effect everywhere you turn. for this look, you want to curl your hair in thick sections. Then using a brush, brush out your curls so that your hair lays in subtle waves. Get the beachy look with Brocato Back to the Beach Texturizing Mist. This texturizing mist creates a sexy, wind-swept appeal while keeping hair protected. Brocato Texturizing Mist adds tousled texture and provides playful style. It works great with Brocato Moveable Hold Hairspray to get that slept in, bed head look.

Hairstyle #5 For this look you want Thick, Luscious Hair!

A new look that is taking the fashion world by storm is the new tucked-under bob. This look creates the illusions of lopped off locks, when in reality the hair is tucked under. To create this minimalist faux-bob, just secure your hair into a low-hanging ponytail and roll the length of the tail up and under itself, pinning it in place with bobby pins. For this look Volume is your best friend, and to get the full effect of this look, you want your hair to look thick. Brocato Swell Full Body Serum takes full body to a new dimension in volume. Brocato's unique blend of hybrid proteins and micro particle sized clays help achieve huge, over the top results when styling.

XOXO

Beauty Luver