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Urban Decay Naked Nails

What can i say about Urban Decay Naked Nails apart from the fact I’m Loving these colours for now and will also be perfect for A/W!

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The Urban Decay Naked Nail Kit includes:
Naked – opaque nude cream,
Toasted – pearlescent light mauve/champagne,
Sidecar – sheer nude pink shimmer with tons of multidimensional silver micro-glitter,
Smog – metallic copper with a gold shift,
Hustle – metallic deep brown/eggplant,
Creep – dark gunmetal shimmer with tons of silver micro-glitter flecks.

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Roxanne Parker Fashion Stylist shares her make up & skin care tips

Roxanne Parker Fashion Stylist with editorials in Italian Vogue, Life magazine, Independent newspaper, Social and Personal,Rte Guide,Juno & Irish Country Magazine to name but a few. Roxanne is frequently seen on Xpose also showcasing her effortless style. Roxanne always exudes style and effortless beauty and here you will get a sneak peek into her beauty and make up secrets.

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What skin care regime do you use morning & evening? 
I use liz earls hot cloth face polish system, I only started using this product 3 months ago when I bought it at the Chelsea flower show but I love it! It’s an organic product and it smells amazing. I love the fact the muslin cloth system takes off all your make up and gently exfoliates your skin all in one go!
In the mornings I apply Olay regenerist 3 point super serum followed by Olay total effects 7 in one moisturiser with factor 15- it’s amazing!
I also use a Dermalogica anti aging eye cream.
In the evenings after cleansing I use Lumecin overnight Brightening Gluco treatment which helps with brown sun spots and the appearance of pore size.
Do you use moisturise? If so what do you use? 
Olay total Effects 7 in one moisturiser with factor 15
Do you have a must have skin care item?
I am a big fan of face masks so every week I do Dermalogica multivitamin power recovery masque
What is your favourite beauty treatment ?
Jessica geleration manicures and pedicures at Ken Boylan Make up play. They only cost €25 for the manicure and it lasts 3 weeks so its excellent value and it really cheers me up having pretty nails!
Favourite foundation?
I don’t wear foundation I wear Clarins beauty flash balm with Rimmel match perfect concealer
Favourite make up brand?
Ken Boylan Make Up Play
Can’t live without?
Ken Boylan lipstick in Bambi
Love product? 
Davines compact matifying primer- it’s a white powder compact that rids skin of shininess without any cakiness
Leave product?
Most of the high street BB creams- they are orange heavy and make skin way too shiny – they certainly don’t air brush skin as they promise!
If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?
Tom Ford make up I think the packaging is so luxe- it’s divine!
Does make up change how you feel about yourself?
Yes a strong red lip can totally transform the way you look and feel in an instant. If I feel rubbish and have no time to do my make up I will just apply red lippy and it always lifts my mood!
And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?
The natural look! I am big into eating healthily and that beauty comes from the inside out. you have to nourish your skin and body with wholesome natural foods if you want to have great skin. No amount of products can beat the effect of a “real” healthy glow!
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Roxanne’s website: www.roxanneparker.com

Emma English talks make up and skin care

Emma English, Model, Mum, Fashion show & Events organiser gave me the low down on her skincare and make up.
As a busy woman she never neglects her skin and always makes time to apply her make up in between juggling motherhood and her business.

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Hi Emma, how are you? You seem to be very busy at the moment?

At the moment I am extremely busy with projects including working with Calum Best to launch his clothing line Ibiza Boys Club… On August 15th in Krystal, a private High Profile Celebrity VIP launch evening then open to public later in the night.

What skin care regime do you use morning & evening?

My skin Care Regime….Cleanse, with Clinique facial soap….rinse with very cold water then moisturise with Bio Oil Skincare. I’d then apply my Tan Organic to give a natural tan.

Do you use moisturise? If so what do you use?

I use Bio Oil Skincare as my facial and Body moisturiser.

Do you have a must have skin care item?

I swear by Bio Oil Skincare. Couldn’t be without it! It’s even great for using under make up. I would apply it, leave it dry for half hour then apply my make up.

What is your favourite beauty treatment ?

My favourite Skincare treatment would be Facial peels.

Favourite foundation?

My favourite foundation would be Mac Studio Fix Fluid & Bio Fresh mineral make up.

Favourite make up brand?

Mac, Clarins, Bio Fresh & Clinique are my favourite brands.

Can’t live without?

I can’t live without Bio Oil, Bio Fresh & Mascara!

Love product?

I love Clinique Dramatically Different moisturising gel & Bio Fresh Anti Ageing Serum along with Great Length hair extensions.

Leave product?

I’d leave lipsticks rather use a nice natural lip balm!!

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?

If I had €200 it would be mix n match between gorgeous clothes at Amanda Kevlin Fashion house in Naas, Mac foundations ,Korky’s shoes, Clarins Skincare & Bio Fresh products.

Does make up change how you feel about yourself?

Absolutely….It definitely has that feel good factor, when your going out you feel much more confident!

And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?
I adore the smokey eye, high shine blush and nude lips look!!

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Bio Fresh Skin Care
Korkys Shoes
Great Lengths Hair Extensions
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Herbal Life review

This gorgeous little bottle of Herbal Life came in the post for me to try and I love it!
It’s scent is gorgeous and so refreshing straight after you wake up, after you shower, in the car, sitting at your desk or before you head out for a night out!

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What i love about these refreshing sprays or spritzers is that they redeem moisture back into my skin if I’ve been in an air conditioned or heated environment and they relive the tightness related to dry or dehydrated skin. Clients and brides love a little spray as part of the make up application process and this is going to be a welcome addition to my kit now.

Here’s the low down from Herbal Life:
Spritz on Radiant C Face Quencher to instantly cool and refresh water-starved skin. It’s a refreshing, fragrant, burst of moisture that acts like a natural “air conditioner.” It’s water-based so it won’t harm hairstyles or clothing, and it actually helps make-up stay fresher-looking.
Can be ordered here: Herbalife South Dublin

Ally Garvey, Assets Model, Beauty Therapist and Miss Kildare 2013 speaks to me about her favourite make up and skin care products!

The stunning Ally Garvey, Assets Model, Beauty Therapist and Miss Kildare 2013 speaks to me about her favourite make up and skin care products!

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What skin care regime do you use morning & evening?

my skin care regime is Cleanse, tone And moisturise in the morning and evening!

Do you use moisturise? If so what do you use?

At the moment I am using Estée Lauders New York night cream

Do you have a must have skin care item?

my must have skin care is Rosewater it keeps your skin so fresh!!!

What is your favourite beauty treatment ?
definitely a Facial and a massage!!

Favourite foundation?
MAC studio fix, love it!!

Favourite make up brand? MAC

Can’t live without?
I can’t live without my mobile lol but my makeup bag and skin creams are a must!!

Love product?
Love all the above

Leave product?
Leave any oil based products they leave my skin clogged up!

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?
I would stretch the 200 and treat myself to YSL concealer and Dermalogica eye cream!!

Does make up change how you feel about yourself?
Yes, you definitely feel more confident with makeup on!!

And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?
I love love love Smoky eyes but only for a night out !!
Ally xxx

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Jo Jordan Dublin Housewives Star Talking Skincare and Make up

You May Know Jo Jordan from TV3 And Straywave Media’s hit show Dublin Housewives.
I had the pleasure of doing Jo’s Make Up for a photo shoot (below) with Una Williams and Jo was exactly the same as she was on TV. Funny,Charismatic,confident and just downright gorgeous with a body to die for!!!
Here in the middle of her busy schedule Jo answered some of my questions and I love her choices.

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Do you use moisturise?

If so what do you use? Chanel ultra lift

Do you have a must have skin care item?
Must have is my no7 serum

What is your favourite beauty treatment ?
skin peels

Favourite foundation?
MAC sculpt foundation

Favourite make up brand?
No.7 and MAC

Can’t live without?
I cant live without mascara

Love product? Leave product?
I Love Chanel. leave copy brands there selling a no no!! You don’t know the ingredients so don’t buy!

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?
I would buy Chanel. I’m sorry but I would and Lisa beautiful shop peels. Jamerini. Love them. Xxxx

Does make up change how you feel about yourself?
No make up is not who I am but skin care is.

And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?
I love the drag look.. hahaha

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Lisa’s shop: New Lisa Life

Photographer: Una Williams Photography

Holly Shortall talks make up & Skin Care

I had the opportunity to chat with the Uber cool Holly Shortall.
I followed her progress with anticipation when she was a contestant on T.V. show “style wars”.
Holly’s style and love for the quirky and alternative fashion had me hooked for weeks!
Holly now a Fashion Illustrator with huge success doing Illustrations of Irelands Top Fashion pack and Iconic Imelda May & Victoria Beckham along with one of Ireland’s most successful beauty/fashion bloggers Joanne Larby”The Make Up Fairy”.
Holly is also a visual supervisor for gap but going part time in September to pursue her illustration dream even further.

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Here I ask Holly about her favourite make up products and skincare too:

What skin care regime do you use morning & evening?

I use johnsons face wipes at night to get rid of the days make up. followed by a vichy night cream. The air conditioning where I work is not great so in the morning I use the wipes again to wake me up and then a light Astral moisturiser for under my make up.

Do you use moisturise? If so what do you use?

See above!

Do you have a must have skin care item?

Has to be Johnson’s wipes, some wipes you get are barely wet so you have to use several and really drag them across your face, so these are fab. Oh and also suncream! I haven’t gotten burnt in a few years now it’s just not worth it. My mums always kept her face out of the sun and you can tell, her skin is amazing!

What is your favourite beauty treatment ?

Has to be a manicure, I love a round French manicured nail- very sophisticated!

Favourite foundation?

Vichy Dermablend, it’s amazing!

Favourite make up brand?

I love MAC, there really is no competition their lipsticks, eye shadows and powders are just amazing.

Can’t live without?

My eyebrow pencil. I genuinely despair at photos of me from before the eyebrow trend kicked off!

Love product?

Catrice Nail Varnish (€2.99) I have almost every colour! They literally dry in 10 seconds and last ages.

Leave product?

Maybeline potted gel eyeliner. I used this once to do a cats eye flick and two hours later my whole eyelid was black! It just doesn’t dry- so I binned it.

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?

I’d go into the fabulous Elaine in MAC on Henry St, let her work her magic on me by creating whatever look she wanted and then purchase all of the products used. I’d also love to see what all the Creme De La Mere fuss is about

Does make up change how you feel about yourself?

100%! For me It’s like coffee: I’m just not myself without it! If I woke up late for work Id forgo breakfast for 5 more minutes to do my make up.

And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?

I love a strong arched brow, big black cats eye flick and a bright pink matt lip. A modern take on a classic fifties look.

Check out Holly’s amazing Illustrations click here: https://www.facebook.com/hollyshortallillustration

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