These days, buns are a staple for women with medium to long hair for a few good reasons: they’re easy, they help beat the heat and get your hair out of your face, and they’re cute! After a while though, the same old top bun can grow stale and repetitive. Here are three easy buns that have a little something different: 1. Twisted Low Bun A low bun can look boring and doesn’t do much to frame your face, but when you twist the sides and pull out a couple strands it takes the look to the nex
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Beauty Careers – DIY Fask Masks for Different Skin Types
May 22nd, 2013With so many skin care products available on the market, making the right choice in caring for your skin can be confusing. One inexpensive, safe and fool proof choice that I would recommend is making homemade face masks out of natural ingredients, right out of your own fridge! By choosing the right recipe for your skip type, you can refresh, rejuvenate and give your skin that extra boost of nutrition it needs in order to glow. Here are some homemade recipes that I came up with that will make
Beauty Jobs – 5 Ways To Transition Your Hair Into Spring 2013
May 21st, 2013No more rushed mornings, endless excuses and tear-filled monologues about the hate for your 'boring' hair. This season, spring forward and take action by taking your hair to new heights. Something I’ve noticed when it comes to most women and their hair is a defeatist attitude followed by the over-used line worthy of a Sh*t Girls Say meme, "What should I do with my hair?" Because of this, I knew it was time to put out an array of options for Spring on a larger scale so that question would
Makeup Artist Jobs – Q&A with Connie Tai
May 20th, 2013Some people talk the talk. Some people walk the walk. Connie Tai does both. Founder and CEO of blossoming brand MIYU Beauty, this Edmonton-bred-Toronto-based trailblazer has developed top selling products for such major brands as Bliss and CARGO Cosmetics. Deciding to pursue her dream, Connie snagged her MBA at University of Toronto, maintained her ever-so-popular blog Beauty Nerd, while combining her mad-scientist ways with a love of all things pretty to create the
Esthetician Jobs – Mad Men Beauty
May 17th, 2013Ever since its series debut in 2007, Mad Men has been a rich source for beauty and fashion inspiration. The chic and meticulously styled show is set in the 1960’s and follows the fashion evolution from late-1950’s classic style to swinging 60’s mod looks as the decade progresses. For beauty inspiration, look to three of the show’s characters who have styles as different as their storylines: Megan Megan is the young second wife of Mad Men’s main character, D
Beauty Jobs – De-Frizz
May 16th, 2013The transition into Spring brings humidity which of course brings frizz. But whether your frizzy fro is a result of the damp weather or caused by the natural texture of your hair, John Frieda has got you covered. Taming your frizz starts the second you step into the shower. After you condition, rinse your hair with cold water to close the hair cuticle. Avoid blow-drying your hair after a shower. Instead, lightly towel dry it by squeezing out the access water then let it dry natura
Hair Stylist Jobs – Summer Scents
May 14th, 2013Change is in the air – from footwear to lipstick, there’s a different approach to take when the warm spring breezes blow winter memories far away. Taking a fresh approach to your wardrobe and cosmetics is a natural shift when the temperatures heat up, but why not apply the same logic to your signature scent? Longer days, warmer nights, trips to the beach, and cocktails on a patio all call for a lighter, airier, and more carefree fragrance. Here are some of my favourite scents for
Makeup Artist Jobs – Glow On
May 13th, 2013We all know about the dangers the sun’s powerful rays imposes on our skin, which is why when it comes to building a gorgeous golden glow, faux is the way to go. A little bronzer can be the quickest, easiest way to give your winter white skin a bit of warm colour – provided you do it right. So what’s a golden girl to do? Why, use this guide on bronzer basics, of course! Go ahead and get your glow on: Powder is the traditional route (and a personal favourite) – it creates a matte fini
Beauty Jobs – LACC Beauty Giveaway
May 13th, 2013Summer is right around the corner and nothing is more satisfying than slipping on your flip flops and heading off to the beach to soak up some rays! With sandal season coming up, it's oh-so-important to get those toes embracing summer colours. We have the perfect giveaway to add a dash of colour to your look with a collection that will last all season long! We recently introduced you to La Couleur Couture (l a c c) vegan nail polish and their amazing collection of high end, eco-friendly pol
Beauty Jobs – Beauty Buzz: What’s Better than Dry Shampoo?
May 10th, 2013Some beauty newbie’s may still be excited about dry shampoo’s but these days all of us beauty junkies are on to the new latest and greatest product, dry conditioners. Dream of shiny, soft, bouncy hair like those Victoria’s Secret angels? (Question! Who doesn’t?) The quickest way to get that without the extensions and glam squad is a can of this dream hair product. Check out the Keratin product that is sure to change your morning routine and transform your dry, brittle tresses. Keratin
