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Loving… Gatsby-inspired everything!

28 Tuesday May 2013

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Not long now before the darling Ms. Buchanan (aka Carey Mulligan) oozes the glamour of the ’20s with her cropped ‘do and swishing flapper frocks on the silver screen — all of which I can’t wait to see!

But until then, here’s some Great Gatsby inspiration to get your heart racing (or should I say ‘roaring’).

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When it comes to nails from the Jazz age, it’s all about digits that represent a touch of art deco. Metallic finishes with gilded gold ascents and rich, jewel tones are what you can expect (and adore).

Forget the fake tan: the roaring 20s were all about porcelain complexions teamed with dark, moody lips and precise brow application. Despite Carey Mulligan channeling a peaches-and-cream skin tone and pale rosy kissers, this tutorial will strike a more winter-appropriate chord with all you makeup mavens out there.

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Prepare for the comeback of twenties-inspired bobs and Marcel waves. You can’t get more Gatsby than that. eal everything in with your favourite top coat, throw on a sparkling headband, and you’re ready to hit a Gatsby party.

Click here for more Gatsby goodness via Pinterest.

❤ Kristina xo

PS. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line: kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow Fresh on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

Get The Look: Retro Waves as seen at Australian Fashion Week

12 Friday Apr 2013

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wavy hairAs Australian Fashion Week slowly comes to a glamorous end, a hairstyle I’ve been completely coveting is none other than the retro wave as seen on the runway of White Sands earlier in the week.

The ‘do incorporated gently tousled S-shaped waves and the texture was kept dry, with natural shine to evoke a 1960’s feel.

“I met Leah the designer and she showed me a couple of samples from the collection; the prints were really soft with a 50s, 60s feel to it and I wanted that softness to come through the hair. It’s the backcombing at the crown which is really key to accentuate the 60s feel,” explains Redken Hair Director, Paloma Rose Garcia backstage.

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1. Apply Redken Thickening Lotion 06 All-Over Body Builder through towel dried hair and through the root area for lift. Completely dry off the hair.

2. Create a low side part. Use the center of your eye as the starting point, pulling back diagonally to the crown.

3. Start curling on the lower side of the hair, beginning with the lengths at the back. Spray each section first with hairspray, wrapping the hair towards the face. Pin to scalp and leave to cool.
TIP: Don’t curl above the brow to keep a relaxed wave rather than bouncy curls.

4. Remove pins and shape wave with a soft bristle brush. Finish with more hairspray to hold in place.

You’re done! All you need now is to strike a runway pose…

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line: kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow us on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

Volume-Boosters: The Do’s and Don’ts for fine-haired mavens

14 Thursday Mar 2013

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Thin, flat locks got you down? You’re hardly alone. My hair is thinner than most manes when all I’ve ever really wanted is a head of full, bouncy, shampoo-ad strands that move like they’re attached to Megan Gale’s pretty noggin… preferably under a glossy, glistening waterfall. Not. Gonna’. Happen.

Luckily working in the beauty industry means I’ve picked up a tip or two about how to feign texture, bounce and thickness and even improve the quality of my locks over time.

So, without further ado, presenting my do’s and don’ts for all you fine-haired mavens out there. Thank me later.

DON’T… Colour the hair too often

Don’t try to tell this to your stylist (in case they whack you over the head), but colouring your strands too often can damage the root of the hair, causing it to break easily and dry out; a no-no for thin, limp manes. If you’re a certified hair chameleon and can’t resist a dye job (or 10), try to keep your tresses healthy as possible in between salon visits. Pureology Essential Repair Condition is great for distressed colour-treated hair as it helps rebuild the hair cuticle, reduces breakages and creates a protective layer around the hair strands that offsets harmful chemicals caused from dyes and whatnot. Plus it has a pleasant scent that’s to-die-for!

DO… Enlist the help of a hair mask

The quickest way to give the illusion of thick, lustrous locks is to apply a volumising mask to mid-lengths and ends once per week. Something like Wella Sp Volumize Mask for Fine Hair adds vitality, strength and volume to the hair without overloading it. Not only will a treatment like this help to plump up each individual strand, but it’ll create a nice healthy sheen that lasts.

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DON’T… Tease your hair… this is not the 80’s!

Put down that teasing comb, now! Not only does teasing your hair increase the likelihood of tearing and damage, but it significantly thins out the tresses over time. You can crank up the volume (on your hair… not your ipod) in other ways such as with a volumizing mousse like Redken Aerate 08 All-Over Bodifying Cream. The body-boosting formula will not only provide texture and bounce to your locks, but it’ll help the hair appear fuller, suppler and more lustrous instantly. Apply to wet hair and then dry the hair upside down to allow gravity to lift the strands away from the scalp – no comb required!

DO… Apply a volumizing cream before bed

Take a shower at night (or wet your hair) and then apply a volumizing product like Rusk Radical Thickening and Texturizing Creme (which helps to thicken even the most baby-fine hair) to your mane before finally making a big braid. The next day your hair will look wavy and full.

DON’T… Overdo it with conditioner

Conditioner has a tendency to weigh down fine locks and leave them limp, so make sure you rinse every single inch out of your hair each time you wash it, preferably with cool water as it’s better at getting all the residue out. Also make sure you avoid conditioning your roots because this will weigh the mane down. Try Matrix Total Results Amplify Volume Conditioner for lustrous, healthy locks.

DO… Use a hair-repair treatment system

If your thinning hair is a serious issue that no amount of blow-drying, curling or primping will fix, a kit like Nioxin System 1 System Kit For Fine Hair will save the day! It’s designed to improve the appearance of fine hair, by delivering essential botanical, nutrients, antioxidants, protein and vitamins to the strands. Not only does it create and maintain a healthy scalp environment (which aids faster hair growth), but it plumps up the hair cuticles to Kardashian-fullness and achieves maximum results in a minimum amount of time. A true mane hybrid!

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DO… Use rollers and curling irons

Setting the locks with rollers or a large-barrel curling iron is a great way to make hair appear thicker. Once you add your waves or curls, lock in your handiwork by flipping your head over and spraying on a veil of Redken Body Full Volume Amplifier Thickening Lift Spray to hold everything in place and add some extra body. Just be sure to coat your strands in a heat protection serum beforehand (try using Paul Mitchell Heat Seal Thermal Protection and Style) to protect the hair cuticles from drying out.

DON’T… Brush your mane too quickly

Breakage happens when you rip through your hair by brushing it too quickly. Slow, steady brush motions will do the trick and especially with a brush that’s gentle on the strands like the Mason Pearson Nylon Hair Brush for Fine Hair. Also avoid ripping through wet tangles which creates split ends. Try gently running a wide-tooth plastic comb through wet hair instead and when blow-drying with a round brush, don’t pull too hard to avoid breaking and pulling out the hair.

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DO… Understand that even straight hair can look thicker

If you love leaving your hair straight but still want it to look full of life, apply some AlfaParf Style For You Tx’T Volumizing Gel to wet hair (for added oomph), dry it and then flat-iron just the ends leaving out the roots entirely. Texturise your roots without flattening them with a straightener by dusting through some Schwarzkopf Mattifying Powder which will lift the lengths and create the illusion of thickness.

DON’T… Be a stress-head

Excessive stress causes the release of cortisol and other hormones that contribute to hair thinning. Stress also pushes a large number of growing hairs into a resting phase which means it may never grow back at the natural rate, so ensure you get your stress levels under control! 

DO… Give yourself a head massage

When you massage your scalp with shampoos containing peppermint or eucalyptus oil (like Phillip B Peppermint & Avocado Volumizing & Clarifying Shampoo), you’ll help increase circulation and blood flow to your follicles, therefore boosting growth at a faster rate.

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DON’T… Shampoo everyday

Shampoo strips away the natural elements that help to protect thin, fine hair so try restricting this to only a couple of times per week. When you do shampoo, consider a sulfate-free formula as they contain less harsh detergents,and therefore help preserve your hair’s natural oils. Reach for BlowPro Blow Up Daily Volumizing Shampoo (sulfate-free), which brings hair back to life by making it appear fuller and thicker.

DO… Eat more greens, drink lots of water, take vitamins, exercise and get enough sleep

It all helps. Seriously.

DON’T… Overuse heat tools

Sure straightening or curling the hair is all well and good, but overdoing it can cause more damage than it’s worth. Try to resist using the highest heating temperature on your mane as this can fry the hair cuticle and – you guessed it – cause the hair to break off and thin out over time. And always coat wet locks with a highly moisturising product like Shiseido Multi-Treatment Hair Lotion for protection prior to any kind of heat styling. Hot rollers are also a better, gentler option than curling irons, or you can simply go au naturale with a bit of texturizing mist through your ends for added bounce and luster.

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DO… Get layers

If your hair is long and thin, the best way to add a dose of volume and versatility to it, is with a few choppy layers. That’s because layered cuts have more movement that serve to make it look as though you have a thicker head of hair. You can wear the shape smooth and straight or mussed up and textured with Joico Structure Shape Texture Creme. Got short strands? Get some extensions! Clip-in’s are my preferred cup of tea.

DON’T… Hide behind a wig

No need to disguise your thin strands when you’ve got a beauty hub of mane-saving formulas right at your fingertips! I’m talking about Fresh, in case you haven’t caught on…

PRO TIP: When the hair texture is naturally fine, the key is to always use lightweight products on the tendrils that aren’t so heavily chemically-laden and won’t weigh the mane down. When all else fails, resort to wearing the infallible topknot. It wins every time.

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line! kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au.
Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow us on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter @fresh_fragrances.

Now Trending: The Deep Side Part

07 Thursday Mar 2013

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One thing’s for sure—a deep side-part adds instant sophistication to any hairstyle. Not only is it the most flattering ‘do for any face shape but it’s the runway and catwalk trend that’s taking the mane world by storm.  However for many, creating the perfect part can be quite tricky. I gave it a go last week and the results were kinda’ awks (combover, much?). So after hunting down some expert tips, I’ve compiled an easy peasy tutorial that will have you achieving this voluminous extreme part in no time at all. If I can do it – so can you!

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2. Apply a coin-sized amount of Biosilk Smoothing Balm to towel-dried hair from the roots to tips to tame frizz.  If your hair is fine, spray on a volumizing mist to the scalp like Matrix Total Results Amplify Volume Wonder Boost Root Lifer to add structure and body.

3. Using a fine toothed comb, create a dramatic side part all the way to the top of your head, parting the hair closer to your ear and using the high point of your eyebrow as a guide of where the part line should start. Comb straight down on either side.

4. Add some “oomph” to your locks by creating a few loose waves and volume throughout the rest of your tresses. Use this tutorial as a guide.

5. Complete your look with a spritz of lifting hairspray, particularly around the part, in order to ensure it stays put.

6. Add some shine serum for a glossy finishing touch. To evenly distribute the product, put a teensy amount of serum in your palm, then run your hairbrush bristles through it and run the brush through hair, steering clear of the roots to avoid greasy looking tresses.Kapish!

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❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat all things beauty? Drop me a line! kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au.
Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join us on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for plain old fun, come and follow us on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter @fresh_fragrances

Hair How-To: Reese Witherspoon’s vintage glam mane

26 Tuesday Feb 2013

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ReeseI know we’ve already covered the cascading wave look in yesterday’s Victoria Secret-inspired hair post, but I simply had to mention Reese Witherspoon’s bouncy Old Hollywood sideswept curls from the Oscars. They. Are. Awesome. Incredible! Spectacular! Being the beauty buff that I am, I’ve compiled yet another how-to (my, my won’t your grooming skills be totally up to scratch by the end of this month!) that’ll give you her A-lister retro waves in a flash.

STEP ONE – SIDE PART

Add some BlowPro Blow Up Root Life Concentrate directly to your roots while hair is still wet to give your locks some lift. Next, create an extreme side part and blow dry the top of your hair with the nozzle facing the direction you want your part to lay. You can do this with a round brush for better control. Leave the rest of your hair damp.

STEP TWO – CURL EM’

Wrap your hair in large curlers and blow dry while the curlers are in. Start from the root and twirl the hair around the roller and roll the roller back up to your head. Pin with the pins provided or bobby pins. Spritz over Lanza Healing Style Spray Gel to set the curls and leave for several minutes. Then, remove the rollers and use curling tongs to add any additional bounce to your curls.

STEP THREE – BRUSHING TIME

Time to add your vintage glam touch! Using Frederic Fekkai Hair Brush, brush the curls out very lightly to blend the curled hair into one beautiful cascading style. To add extra volume, working from ear to ear, take sections of hair at ear-level and back comb slightly with a teasing comb a small amount of hair spray. Repeat this in a section about one inch after the first one.

STEP FOUR – FINITO

Lightly brush the top layer of hair to even everything and spray some hairspray all over. To finish, add Aveda Brilliant Emollient Finishing Gloss to your ends then swoop one side of the hair over the front of your shoulder, while tucking the other side behind your ear. Don’t forget to flash a smile!

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you want to suggest a story idea? Drop me a line! kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au.
Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join us on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances

Get The Look: Glossy, bouncy Victoria Secret waves

24 Sunday Feb 2013

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VICTORIA_SECREtIs your hair in need of some joie de voir? Locks looking a little lacklustre? Roots seeming somewhat le flat? It’s as easy as revisiting a classic; loose, bouncy waves! The key to keeping it Victoria-Secret-sexy is texture and bounce with a bit of gloss and shine thrown into the mix. Follow these steps to get super cute cascading strands in a flash.

Step 1: Prep damp hair by applying a styling cream from root to tip. Obliphica Multia-Task Styling Cream is great for straight, fizzy or curly hair types.  If you have fine hair, reach for a product with extra hold and voluminising properties such as Tigi Catwalk Session Series Styling Cream.

Step 2: Create a middle or side part and then divide hair into four sections with clips.

Step 3: Pull each section of the hair taut and blow dry downwards.

Step 4: Once hair is fully dry, use a curling iron or rod to create your waves. Twirl the hair away from your face, keeping the iron at a 45-degree angle and leaving the tips straight for an undone feeling. Switch to counter clockwise twirling on some parts of the hair – the trick to natural waves!

Step 5: Finish up with the final face-framing curls, being extra careful not to create hairline burns.

Step 6: Once all of the waves have been curled, spritz some hair spray over your mane and then gently finger comb the waves out to create a gorgeously undone, loosely woven texture. Create hi-shine gloss by spraying J Beverly Hills Finishing Shine Mist over the top of your handiwork.

And now you’re catwalk ready!

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❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you want to suggest a story idea? Drop me a line! kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au.
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AW13 TREND REPORT: The Sleek High Ponytail

21 Thursday Feb 2013

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My, my what a month in the big bold beauty world it’s been, what with New York, Milan and London Fashion Week kicking off with a bang. I’ve been steadily stalking the runways, and let me tell you beauties, it’s going to be an exciting new season of skin, hair and makeup!

I sung praise over the berry lip only a few days ago, and today’s second instalment in the Autumn Winter trend forecasting series focuses on a mane-changing ‘do that’s equal parts flattering and wearable. I’m talking about the oh-so-chic sleek high ponytail, making its debut at Donna Karan, Michael Kors and Alexander Wang shows during NYFW. The Kors look was paired with a sultry winged cat’s eye and nude lip while models at the Karan show sported hair tightly pulled back from the scalp and wound up in black mesh elastic tape. Similarly, models rocked the sophisticated look at Jason Wu, this time with a corresponding emerald green eye (how very bang-on-trend!) while Alexander Wang models donned low cognac coloured tresses styled in – you guessed it – the signature ponytail.

To get the high pony look, follow these so-simple instructions:

1. Wash your hair with a smoothing and hydrating shampoo such as L’Oreal Professionnel Liss Ultime Smoothing Shampoo and follow with an equally smoothing and nourishing conditioner like Redken Smooth Down Conditioner. Blot the hair dry, but don’t rub to keep the cuticle smooth.

2. Next, spritz some Tigi Catwalk Sleek Mystique Fast Fixx Style Prep through the locks, to ensure your hair is detangled and smooth for styling. Then work KMS California Hair Stay Styling Gel through the  hair to make the ponytail easier to sculpt and then blow dry section by section using a paddle brush. Flat iron the hair if necessary once it’s completely dry.

3. Create the pony tail using a Mason Person Bristle Brush or a flat headed brush.  So worth the investment, this iconic mane tool is designed with a unique convex rubber-cushion pad for absolute efficacious brushing. Centre the pony high on the back of your head, where it begins to slope away from the top, and brush all your hair in that direction until it is as smooth as possible. Finally, wrap your hair elastic around the base until it is taut and then pull the sides of the ponytail to tighten them a bit more. You can also be a bit experimental and wrap the base with a strip of your hair and clip it with a bobby pin for added finesse.

4. Use a comb to smooth out any lumps or bumps in the ponytail. Finish by lightly spraying a flexible hold spray gel to the entirety of your hair for a long-lasting hold.

Still need a little extra help? Take cue from this video tutorial. Hint: You may need a toothbrush to smooth things into place. Yikes!

Voila! You’re all set to woo the crowds in the seasons ahead.

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you want to suggest a story idea? Drop me a line! kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au 

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