MAUVE GLITTER CAT EYE MAKEUP TUTORIAL

Hey Darlings!

So happy to be back filming a makeup tutorial for you guys! As most of you know I moved a couple months back and haven't been able to get back into gear until now - such is life! I am back now and will be pedal to the metal here on in - PROMISE!

So to kick things off I decided to do a 'Mauve Glitter Cat Eye Makeup' tutorial. This is actually way more then just a eye makeup tutorial because I show you my complete up-to-date face application as well! Obviously it is going to be a little longer because I do my full routine so you can skip forward to eyes at 7:41 apx if that is what you're most interested in!

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Products I Used in This Tutorial:

- Face -

It Cosmetics - Bye Bye Under Eye Waterproof Concealer in Neutral Medium
Maybelline - Fit Me 'Hydrate + Smooth' Foundation in 110 Porcelain
Beauty Blender
Urban Decay - 'Naked Skin' Concealer in Fair
Laura Mercier - Translucent Loose Setting Powder
Too Faced - 'Milk Chocolate Soleil' Matte Bronzer
Urban Decay - 'Beached Bronzer' in Bronzed
Benefit Cosmetics - 'Watt's Up' Soft Focus Highlighter
Becca Cosmetics - Pressed Highlighter in Opal
Charlotte Tilbury - 'Cheek to Chic' Blush
Urban Decay - 'All Nighter' Setting Spray
DLS - Lip Gloss in Bare
Essence - Clear Gloss in Pure Chic

- Brow -

NYX Cosmetics - Micro Brow Pencil in Taupe
Make Up For Ever - Brow Liner in the shade 20
The Balm Cosmetics - MaryLou-Manizer Highlighter

- Eye -

Tarte - Tartelette Palette - shades Power player, Natural Beauty and Care Giver
Too Faced - Natural Love Palette - Fairytale
Urban Decay - Heavy Metal Glitter Eye Liner in Midnight Cowboy
Kat Von D - Tattoo Liner in Trooper
NYX Cosmetics - Vinyl Liquid Eyeliner in Black
Doucce Cosmetics Ultra Precision Eye Liner in 500 (Black)
Velour Lashes - 'Lash in City'
L'oreal Voluminous Waterproof Mascara in Black Brown

- Brushes -
MAC - 195 Brush
Morphe - MB13 Brush
MAC - 135
Luxie - 522 Tapered Highligher Brush
MSC - 129 Blush Brush
MAC - 224 Blending Brush
INSPR - 282 Brush

If you have any questions feel free to leave them in the comments below. I'd also love to hear what you guys are interested in seeing/learning so if you have any suggestions leave them below!

See you soon xo

-Soheila

THE IMPORTANCE OF SCALP HEALTH WITH PRAMASANA BY AVEDA

A couple months ago Aveda launched a collection of products dubbed the ‘Pramāsana' line and wouldn’t you know your girl got to try it out first hand. As a proud Leo-lady (I am woman hear me ROAR) you know I take huge pride in my mane and the Pramāsana line deals strictly with scalp health which is why I was so curious to learn more.

You may be asking yourself why is it so important to clean your scalp? And aren’t I doing that already every time I wash my hair? Well here’s a couple things that may surprise you off the bat:

  1. Your hair is alive only at the root so nourishing your scalp leads to better hair follicles/roots, faster growth, increased hair strength and better overall nourishment in the long run.

  2. When your root or hair follicle is ‘clogged’ hair growth is slow (and sometimes non existent), the hair that does grow is lacking nourishment and therefore can break easier and lack luster.

  3. Shampoo, conditioner, hair spray, moose, gels etc. can actually leave 'product buildup’ on your scalp. This with the added sebum (an oil that our body naturally produces to protect the scalp) and general air pollution, roots/follicles in your scalp can actually easily become clogged.

“Effective scalp cleansing can help normal skin cell turnover. Deep cleansing encourages a clean, healthy scalp.” - Dr. M. Julie Thornton, Ph.D., University of Bradford in the UK

The Pramāsana Scalp Care line is made up of three parts - The Exfoliating Scalp Brush, the Purifying Scalp Cleanser, and the Protective Scalp Concentrate - and is 98% naturally derived. Although the product line is available at any Aveda store to take home you can also learn more and test out the line first at any Civello’s Salon. Part of my learning experience was receiving a full Pramāsana treatment at Civello’s Salon on Queen West and I’m happy to say I walked away being a believer in the importance of scalp health!

“Consider yours scalp the soil from which you hair grows. Once you think of it that way, it shouldn't be hard to understand why you might need to give it extra care.” - Justina Majia-Montanta, VP, Global Product Development at Aveda.


The entire treatment takes about an hour (or less if you are doing it at home) and is safe to do once a week. The first step to the treatement is to exfoliate your scalp using the Pramāsana ‘Exfoliating Scalp Brush’. This special brush has looped bristles designed to loosen impurities and buildup prior to cleansing all the while not tangle your hair. Simply place the brush on your head with a bit of pressure and move it around in small circles to massage the scalp. 3-4 minutes is really all you need!

Next apply the Pramāsana ‘Purifying Scalp Cleanser’ directly to your dry scalp (yes you haven't even wet your hair yet) and massage this in. You will notice right away that it starts to foam. This is the cleanser removing impurities and cleaning the scalp which will balance sebum levels and scalp pH. Again 3-4 minutes is really all you need!


Now is when you would wet your hair and add shampoo. Any shampoo can be used in conjunction with the Pramāsana line except Aveda’s Invati line because Invati has a scalp cleanser already in it that can cause your scalp to have adverse effects and actually become dry. So once your done with the Purifying Scalp Cleanser, wet and shampoo your hair as you normally would.

At this point in the treatment and if you are in an Aveda salon you can opt in for the Pramāsana ‘Nourishing Scalp Masque’ (available only at the salon) which is specifically designed to nourish your scalp after it is properly cleansed. Think of it as the serums or brightening mask you would apply before the moisturizer you would use. It’s an intensive hydrating and nourishing treatment for your roots!

“Cleanse your Scalp. Shampoo is for hair.” - Aveda


Whether you do the mask or not you can go ahead at this point and finish your routine of conditioning and washing your hair. Before you blow dry and add in your heat protection products now is when you use the Pramāsana ‘Protective Seal Concentrate’. This lightweight serum sinks into your scalp and nourishes the skin while also protecting it from further future build up. The Protective Seal Concentrate can be added to both wet and dry hair. In my case Gabo, my Senior Civello Stylist, applied it directly to my roots on the top horseshoe portion of my hair before massaging it in (again 3-4 minutes is really all you need) before finally blowdrying and styling my hair.


Further things I learned about the Pramāsana line:

  • The aroma features grapefruit, neroli and cypress!

  • The treatment at Civello is $65 without the ‘Nourishing Scalp Masque’ and is $95 with.

  • Both males and females should consider looking into the health of their scalp especially if they are experiencing hair loss, breakage or malnourished hair.

  • It doesn’t effect colour treated hair however it shouldn’t be done until 4-5 days after you get your hair newly coloured since your roots will be sensitive from the dyes you used during your colouring.

Lastly did you know that all Aveda products are cruelty free!? That’s right, no testing on animals! All of the products (except the Nourishing Scalp Masque) can be purchased in an Aveda store or at Aveda Salon’s and Spa’s and retail for:

Pramāsana Exfoliating Scalp Brush - $28 CAN

Pramāsana Purifying Scalp Cleanser - $45 CAN

Pramāsana Protective Scalp Concentrate - $57 CAN

I thoroughly enjoyed my treatment and, like I said before, walked away believing in the importance of a healthy scalp. It’s definitely safe too say that I will be using the Pramāsana line at home and incorporating it weekly into my routine - not to mention doing a whole lot more hair flipping! LOL

PURE + SIMPLE - SPA REVIEW

Pure + Simple - Eglinton Location (2375 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4P 2C8) Tel: 416.481.2081

Pure + Simple is an all-natural skincare and wellness spa that was recommended to me by a fellow blogger and friend MoVernie on the MOVE. Although I have never been to Pure + Simple before it seems to be a very well known spa and many peoples hidden secret - and now I know why, but the secret is OUT!

Pure + Simple has been helping people achieve beautiful and natural skin since the 2000s’. The owner Jean Eng battled with severe acne almost her whole life and once she started to see her daughter going through the same battle, she decided to do something about it. In the past, harsh ointments and antibiotics prescribed by esthetician and dermatologists left her skin with scares and redness and she knew her daughter and many others were destined for the same fate – but not if she could help it.

Jean went to school to learn about skincare, first as a curiosity, but was soon inspired to open her own natural spa concept and design a line of holistic, chemical free products now known as the beloved Pure + Simple.

One thing that I love about Pure + Simple is that KNOWLEDGE IS POWER! Every single esthetician is there to help you achieve your skin goals.  On top of their exceptional services they also offer a variety of products – all holistic – from numerous brands, not just their own. The company and the people that work there all share common core values: natural safe skincare always, sustainable business practices and the notion to treat each client as an individual with their own special problems and needs. 

Pure + Simple aims to maximize the experience and comfort of their clients – and they deliver! Through choosing all-natural skincare products they provide some of the best products out there without compromising on services or results. If you are trying to live a healthy lifestyle, are battling with acne or are pregnant you should consider treating yourself to a Pure + Simple facial.

When I went in for my facial last week my lovely esthetician Caitlin shared a multitude of eye opening skincare tips that I had never heard before. As I said before at Pure + Simple knowledge is power which is why they take the time to explain simple skincare tips to help you achieve your skincare goals.

Now I am going to share those tips with you!

Pure + Simple products recommended to me by my esthetician Caitlin

1) Hydration is good BUT – just because you drink 8 glasses of water doesn’t mean you are going to have beautifully hydrated skin. As a matter of fact, your skin is the last organ on your body to benefit from how much water you drink. That doesn’t mean you should stop drinking water it just means that topical creams that are water-based hydrate your skin directly and are more effective at producing beautifully hydrated skin.

2) Always go from THINNEST TO THICKEST – after cleansing your face before you apply your creams, remember to always apply the thinnest cream to the thickest cream.

3) AVOID THE EYES – face cream and eye creams are two different things. Eye creams are deliberately developed to prevent Milia – white small bumps on the eyelid caused by keratin buildup. Do not worry these small bumps are not dangerous and are not like pimples because there is no pore. They can however be easily removed and Pure + Simple can help you with that.

4) Don’t BOX yourself in – everyone has a different skincare footprint/needs. The majority of people do not fall into one skincare category but actually multiple. There may be areas of oiliness but other areas may be red and in need of hydration. Your skincare regime should reflect your personal needs.

5) Your body produces oils NOT water – when picking the proper skincare products examine weather your skin is red or inflamed. Water based products will help sooth and hydrate your skin. That does not mean oil based products wont, it just means your skincare needs are personal and therefore your products and skincare regime should be personalized to.

6) Do you ingest CHEMICALS? – Then why would you put them on your skin? Anything we put on our skin is absorbed into our bodies’ circulatory system, meaning it can directly contribute or detract our overall health. That is why skincare products that have safe and natural ingredients are essential. Avoid parabens, petrochemicals, silicones, phthalates, sulfates, or synthetic fragrances + dyes.

7) Serums? What are they? – serums, by definition, are skincare products you can apply to your skin after cleansing but before moisturizing with the intent of delivering powerful ingredients directly into the skin. Although serums are suppose to be water based (and therefore more absorbent) there are many serums out there that are oil based.

Today Pure + Simple has 4 locations (one in Waterloo) with one more on the way (Beaches - coming soon).  On top of having 4 brick and mortar locations they also have all their products available online for purchase on the Pure + Simple website. If you feel like coming into a store to ‘try before you buy’ (which I recommend for any first timers) the staff at Pure + Simple will gladly offer you free samples and a free skincare analysis. If natural makeup products are what you are after they can help color match product for you. If you are looking to change your lifestyle and try some natural products and services I definitely recommend Pure + Simple.  I know I’ll be going back soon.

Couldn't leave without picking up some stocking stuffers!

To learn more about Pure + Simple or to book your next appointment check out their website -> HERE

If you have any questions please feel free to leave them in the comments below!

DIY CINNAMON BUN LIP SCRUB

First thing I have to say about this lip scrub is YUM!!! I literally could eat this sugary goodness it smells so good. This all natural lip scrub will help you moisturize your lips and remove dead skin cells. Simply rub the mixture on your lips for two minutes before rinsing (or eating). ENJOY!

VIDEO IS POSTED BELOW

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 Cup of Brown Sugar
2.5 TBSP Coconut Oil
2.5 TBSP Honey
4 TSP Vanilla Extract
2 TSP Cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:

Mix all ingredients in a bowl.

I hope you had as much fun making this product and giving them away as much as I did! Please let me know your comments below or if you have any request!!!!! Id love to hear from you ♥ ♥ ♥

SMOKEY GREEN GLAM EYE MAKEUP

This video is a makeup tutorial for a 'Soft Cut Crease Eye Makeup' look. I also just want to say I am not an affiliate of any of these makeup companies I just really like these products!

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List of items I used in this video with links:

MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot – Painterly - $26
MAC 195 Concealer Brush - $30
Tarte Cosmetics Tartelette In Bloom Palette - $54
MAC 217 Blending Brush - $30
MAC - Eyeshadow in 'Brune' - $ 8.00
Luxie Small Tapered Blending Brush - $16
Smashbox Cream Eye Shadow in 'Stone' - $66.49
Anastasia Beverly Hills 'Artist Palette' - $39.00
Mac 242 Shader Brush - $30.00
Mac Fix + Spray - $12
MAC - Eyeshadow in 'Bronze Frost' - $ 8.00
MAC - Eyeshadow in 'Twinks' - $ 8.00
Kat Von D Tattoo Liner in the colour Trooper-  $28.39
Illimasqua Eye Liner in 'Abyss' - $38.95
Maybelline Fit Me Foundation in 'Porcelain' - $8.96
L'Oreal Infallible Pro Matte Foundation in 'Natural Buff' -$14.99
Sigma Angled Kabuki Foundation Brush - $24.00
Nars Creamy Concealer in 'Honey' - $29.00
Real Techniques Setting Brush - $8.00
Laura Mercier Translucent Setting Powder- $38.00
MAC 135 Brush - $51.00
MAC 'Give Me Sun' Bronzer - $37.00
NYX Contour and Highlight Palette - $27.00
MAC 'Dessert Rose' Blush - $21.00
MAC 129 Blush Brush - $42.00
NYX - Micro Brow Pencil in 'Ash Brown' - $12.00
Benefits Gimmie Brows, Brow Gel in Medium/Light - $24.00
Sephora Smudger Brush - $48.00 (came in a set)
Stila Cosmetics Eyeliner in 'Stingray' - $22.00
Skone – Smudger Brush - $15
MAC 212 Brush - $30
NYX Butter Gloss in 'Creme Brulee' - $8.00
House of Lashes 'Iconics' - $12.00
Mac Haute and Naighty Mascara - $27.00

Dont forget to spray fix plus all over your face to make sure it stays and looks fresh longer.

I am NOT an affiliated of any of these makeup companies however I do think these products are top notch and would recommend them to anyone!