BETTER MAKEUP BY KNOWING YOUR CONTRAST LEVEL

BETTER MAKEUP BY KNOWING YOUR CONTRAST LEVEL

Whenever I hear about a new technique to help women personalize their own makeup, I get excited! Understanding the nuances of selecting the right colors for yourself can be tricky, but with more knowledge you'll be better able to choose, so today we are talking about understanding your face's contrast level.

Contrast level is the amount of contrast (how light/dark something is when placed next to one another) found in your features. Specifically the contrast between your skin level, hair/ brow color, and the pigment in your lips. Think about how a photo that’s black and white, is actually many variations of grey. The bigger the jump from the lightest grey to the darkest grey the more contrast you have.

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WET-LOOK CHEEKS FOR MATURE SKIN THAT GLOWS

WET-LOOK CHEEKS FOR MATURE SKIN THAT GLOWS

I've been noticing a makeup moment happening lately especially on some of the more mature celebrities out there- where cheeks are glistening with a wet-look finish. This style is wonderful for more mature skin because it helps diffuse texture, and avoids a powdery finish which can sit heavy on the skin. The light reflecting quality looks hydrated and healthy as well as helps to add a lifted look to your cheeks. Let me show you how!

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FALL 2024 HAIRCUT TRENDS TO INSPIRE YOUR NEXT CHOP

FALL 2024 HAIRCUT TRENDS TO INSPIRE YOUR NEXT CHOP

Summer tends to take a toll on our hair with the added sunlight, heat and chlorine especially, so Fall is a great time for a fresh cut and a new start before the HolidaysHere are three fresh Fall haircuts that I am obsessing over… We’ve been seeing these beautiful cuts bouncing around our socials and celebrities in recent weeks, and the buzz behind them has the salon world excited.

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PORES NO MORE?

PORES NO MORE?

We all want that porcelain smooth skin, but as we all know only photoshop can do that! Our pore size and visibility are predetermined by your genetics, and unfortunately there isn't anything you can do to physically shrink them... There are a few things you can do to minimize their appearance, so today we are going to break down the products you should be looking for if pore size is an issue for you.

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WHAT'S UP WITH 'UTAH-CURLS'?

WHAT'S UP WITH 'UTAH-CURLS'?

Thanks to the popularity of two reality shows based in Utah, the term ‘Utah Curls’ has gained its’ own headlines in the news. Articles both locally, nationally, and even aboard have popped up- noting that the women of Utah have their own signature take on curls.

So what makes Utah Curls different? It’s actually the lack of curl at both the root and the ends of the hair, with the only real curl through the mid lengths of the hair. This style is especially prevalent in longer hair and extension wearers, but it can be adapted to all lengths as well.

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FALL TRENDS THAT JUST MAKE SENSE

FALL TRENDS THAT JUST MAKE SENSE

Season 19 of Studio 5 has kicked off- and it’s my 11th season on the show! Hard to believe…but I am always so grateful to have had this experience in my life. We kicked off with a LIVE studio audience, which is always such a treat. The women who watch our show are honestly so supportive and the community is next to none.

Casey and I got to team up for a Fall Trend segment, and it was such a blast. We each shared our top picks for Fall beauty and fashion trends that we are looking forward to the most, take a peek.

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ONE COLOR CHALLENGE: LIPS & CHEEKS

ONE COLOR CHALLENGE: LIPS & CHEEKS

Once the weather starts to cool down, I find myself feeling a bit more excited to experiment with makeup again. There is something about losing my tan, that motivates me to add more color in another way. I just feel like my face can ‘carry’ more color in the cooler months, does anyone else feel that way too?

One of my go-to techniques for this is to use my blush product as my lip product too. Here's how to pull it off...

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GET SMOOTH SKIN WITH MY FAV HAIR REMOVAL PICKS

GET SMOOTH SKIN WITH MY FAV HAIR REMOVAL PICKS

A few weeks ago I tested a product that has gone viral online... it's called Hair Identifier Spray, and its used to help you see the peach fuzz on your face so that you can more easily remove it with your facial razor. This crazy innovation got me thinking that I haven’t really shared my go-to picks for hair removal, so here is a run down of what I use and swear by.

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QUICK SUMMER HAIR- NO HEAT NEEDED

QUICK SUMMER HAIR- NO HEAT NEEDED

Summer is heating up and with that we may be finding ourselves looking for quick easy ways to get our hair up and out of the way. The goal here is to take the easy styles you are already wearing, but to make a couple tweaks so they feel more intentional and elevated. Plus I’ll give you my recipe for that uber popular style these days… the slick back ponytail.

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IS HARD WATER CAUSING YOUR HAIR HAVOC?

IS HARD WATER CAUSING YOUR HAIR HAVOC?

If you are struggling with hair that feels brittle, dry, frizzy... or even like it never fully gets clean- you could be battling effects of the minerals in your water. 'Hard water' as they call it is full of Magnesium and Calcium- but we also find traces of iron, zinc, aluminum and even copper in some water. 

These minerals cause havoc on hair; Brittle hair that snaps, clogged hair follicles cause hair loss, fading of your hair color, yellowing of your hair... the list goes on, and none of it is good.

So besides adding a water softener system into your home, there are a few other things you can do to combat these issues at the source. 

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BABY DOLL CHEEKS AT ANY AGE

BABY DOLL CHEEKS AT ANY AGE

Springs biggest makeup trend is one I am calling 'Baby Doll Makeup'... because its all about rosy cheeks and glossy lips. This look has major glow on the skin, but pairs it with a super simple eye. It is the next evolution of that no-makeup-makeup trend we've seen in the last couple of years. Although the name implies youth, this look is so wearable for a more mature face as well. Hydration, glow and a simple eye are exactly my recommendations for women over 40, so it’s really a match made in heaven.

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LIVE STUDIO AUDIENCE: ROCK IT OR REPLACE IT?

LIVE STUDIO AUDIENCE: ROCK IT OR REPLACE IT?

Wahoo! It was another LIVE studio audience day at Studio 5, and we had a blast. These happen a couple times a year, and they are so much fun and full of energy. Our audience is truly so kind-hearted and uplifting towards us and one another, and I always feel so grateful for that. (a pretty rare occurrence online these days!) I asked a few volunteers to share a makeup product they’ve been using for a while, and then I let them know if they should continue to ‘rock it’ or if it was time to ‘replace it’. Here’s how it all went down…

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DOUBLE BLENDING YOUR MAKEUP FOR BETTER RESULTS

DOUBLE BLENDING YOUR MAKEUP FOR BETTER RESULTS

Double blending isn’t an extra, it’s a must if you’re over 40. I’ve mentioned many times that our texture is much smoother when we are younger, similar to a slab of marble, but as we age the texture of our skin begins to be more similar to a slab of concrete! It has larger pores, uneven areas, fine lines etc., and spreading product over the surface becomes more of a challenge.

Every makeup blending tool has unique benefits for blending, so combining two at every step gives you the best results for an even seamless blend and the smoothest texture possible.

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THE BEST SLEEP I'VE HAD IN 10+ YEARS!

THE BEST SLEEP I'VE HAD IN 10+ YEARS!

After reading this article about the benefits of wearing a sleep mask every night, I was skeptical to say the least. I’ve always associated sleeping masks with those flimsy things they give you on planes, or the pouting teenager in her flowered bedroom in the movies.. but after testing many, I am actually totally convinced and I eat my own words on this one! I have slept better in the last several weeks than I have in years, and I am excited to see the skincare benefits over more time.

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3 EASY GIRLS HAIRSTYLES FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

3 EASY GIRLS HAIRSTYLES FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

There’s no better time then the month of love to add in a few special hear elements to your [daughters] hair. Such a fun and simple way to enjoy the holiday with the littlest loves of your life. We had so much fun inviting a few of the second generation girls to the show this week as our darling models. Try these easy hairstyles for Valentine’s Day!

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