Inspired by- Rihanna

I wanted to do another look today. This time I thought that since I get tons of comments saying I look like Rhianna I might as well do a tutorial for one of her makeup looks. I always love Rhianna's makeup. Always flawless, creative, and fresh! I just might do a few more in the future.

Here's a pic of the look I recreated...

I absolutely LOVE it!! Its simple, yet bold. The red winged liner is FAB!! The soft brows and nude lips bring it all together.

Here's my recreation...

Without the lashes...

I still don't see it.. lol Maybe a slight resemblance... :P

Products Used

EYES

UDPP

Ricepaper e/s

Sushi Flower e/s

Saddle e/s

Rule e/s

Makeup Mania Red lip liner

Poste Haste e/s

Loreal linear intense liquid liner

Loreal HIP Kohl liner

Lashes from ebay

LIPS

Brave New Bronze l/s

FACE

Ben Nye Banana powder

La Femme blushes in Pink Velvet and Russet

MAC Shape powder in Lightsweep

I did not apply any foundation or concealor because of the heat and humidity. It is finally getting hot in my area! I dusted the Banana powder over my face and by the time I was finished applying the rest of my face I was shiny again. Next time I'll use MUFE HD powder to see how that hold up. My skin gets so greasy! 

The pics are not very clear because I used my nikon coolpix (old camera) to take them. I have to buy a new SD card for my Canon PowerShot (New!) because all of a sudden it wont read any of the others I already have.. Grrr.. So many technical difficulties! But everything will be up and running very soon. I have HUGE plans in store! 

Much Love!

Mar <333

Progress since the BC!!

I just took my lacewing off. Decided that it was time to let my hair breathe. I took out my braids and this is what my hair looked like. 

I believe that I had my hair in this protective style for about 1.5 months. I expected for there to be a lot of shedding when I detangled especially with my use of MegaTek. Here are a few length shots. Now mind you I chopped my hair down to about 3-4" in Feb. Its been 3 months since so I should have around 1.5"of new growth. Right?? Why dont you tell me.. 

Bangs

Sides

Nape

It looks to me like it has gained at least 2-3"! I am going to attribute that to my topical growth aid that I made and my vista. I actually stopped using my scalp cream about a week or so ago because of my work schedule I seemed to have forgotten it. I have kept consistent with my vista for the most part so its all good!

After the length check I then began to wash my hair. I wet it down then slathered it with suave coconut conditioner. I detangled it with a wide tooth comb in order to remove as much shead hair as I could. I got a large amount of shedding but not too much. Nothing to worry about. I then shampooed my hair with creme of nature twice to remove all the build up I had on my scalp and hair. Then I cowshed with suave coconut to soften the hair back up. I did not rinse it out. When I got out of the shower I smothered my hair with Lekairs cholesterol plus and motions conditioner. Left it on overnight. Since I am letting my hair breath I will be cowashing daily and wearing my hair in a simple protective style.

I have it in a ponytail at the moment when I do something to it I will post it here. I gotta do my lady's hair today also. Lets hope I don't forget. She needs a good cowash! Then I'm going to braid her up and throw on some knockers. Will twitpic!!

Mar

         

Fantasies in Fashion!

The hottest and the biggest fashion show to come to Buffalo, NY. Hosted at the Towne Ballroom!

Producers West Coast Club Life will bring Fantasies in Fashion: Buffalo’s first annual music, fashion and art expression to the city on May 29th, showcasing an enormous array of entertainment to guests.

West Coast Club Life’s theatrical delivery will thoughtfully arrange elements of well-known fashion designers from Southern California in a way that appeals to all senses and emotions.

Models will showcase the hottest clothing and swimwear while DJ’s collaborate to live orchestras’ stimulating thoughts and emotions. Guests will have the opportunity to take a break from the action and enjoy local artists and comedians. VIPs’ will have photo opportunities with models and designers while guests experience a red carpet event never to be forgotten. Community awareness for this event will be far and wide with portions of proceeds going to Literacy Volunteers of Buffalo and Erie County.

French fashion designer and entrepreneur Christian Audigier, will be showcasing his new line “Crystal Rock”.
In addition local designers will be present at the event. 

Doors open at 7 pm.
Tickets pre sale now at $15 until May 15th then regular price of $25

Attendees can purchase tickets in advance at www.westcoastclublife.com Tickets may be purchased at Town Ballroom box office, online through tickets.com, over the phone through tickets.com (1-888-223-6000), and at Tops Market locations.
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?orgid=28487
Email: dave@westcoastclublife.com / carl@westcoastclublife.com

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Yours truly will be doing some of the makeup at this event. I am so excited!! If you are in the Buffalo area and/or will be attending the event give me a shout on Twitter or email me!! marand313@gmail.com

Freshwater Knight FOTD

Last night I attempted to go out...

I looked Fabulous! From head to toe! Cute hair, fly outfit, hot ass shoes!! And makeup was Bangin'! IMO
Sadly it was one of the worst nights I've had... ever... Oh well. I didn't even get INTO the club! People just do not know how to act once the weather warms up.. Ughh...
I took pics before I left! lol for a change! I'm a little upset because my SD card broke (kids) and it is not detected in my new camera (which I am still trying to learn how to use :P). I had to use my other camera to take the pics. The other cam does not flash any more for some reason...

But here they are....

Luckily, I used a great base and primer last night! My makeup is still intact! So here are some pics in natural light...

Products Used:

Eyes
UDPP
NYX Jumbo pencil in Slate
Silver Fog e/s
Knight e/s
Freshwater e/s
Carbon e/s
Saddle e/s
Ricepaper e/s
Black sparkle eyeliner from sallys

Lips
Fabby l/s

Face
La Femme blush in Golden Sunset

I did not use any foundation or concealor because it was hot and I did not want to come home any shinier then I already was. The men were comin for me left and right! Haha! I am not wearing the blush or the lipstick in the last set of pics.

Hope you like!

My take on transitioning from relaxed to natural!!- All about the technique

In my opinion, when dealing with your hair, it is all about the technique. You can use the most expensive products and have the same outcome that you can achieve when using more inexpensive products. It is how you care for your hair that matters.

The most important thing to remember when handling your hair is to always treat it like a piece of fine silk. Never pull and rip a comb or brush through your hair. Especially when transitioning! The difference in the 2 textures make it very easy to break. Always be conscious of the line of demarcation. This is where the relaxed hair ends and the natural hair begins. This is where you may encounter the most damage and breakage when transitioning.

See how I detangle my natural hair in this video.

You want to be just as if not more careful of how you comb out and detangle your hair when transitioning. Do not comb or manipulate your hair when it is dry. That IMO is just asking for trouble and breakage. You may have heard that hair is at its weakest when wet and you should not brush wet hair. For natural hair I believe that it is the other way around.

A comb will never touch my hair without some type of moisture in it. My hair has to be either soaking wet and/or slathered with conditioner in order for a comb to glide through without causing tons of breakage.

Make sure you take your time when dealing with your hair. Never try to do your hair when you are in a rush or frustrated. Just ponytail it and come back to finish it later. You must always have the patience to take care of your hair when transitioning.

As I stated above... Its all about the technique. How you care for your hair will always give you results no matter what products you are using.