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Gel vs Acrylic Nails

March 31, 2015 | Articles, Nails | Leave a Comment

Gel vs Acrylic nail extensions, which are best? Hopefully this will answer some of the questions you may have regarding the differences between gel and acrylic nail enhancements. All gel enhancements mentioned below refer to hard gel which is sculpted in a similar way to acrylic, and does not refer to gel nail polish (which…

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Make-up FAQ’s

March 24, 2015 | Articles, How to ... & Tutorials, Make-up brushes & tools | Leave a Comment

A few answers to some frequently asked make-up questions (FAQs). Q. How do I know what colour foundation is right for me and should I be using a gel, mousse, cream or liquid? A. Your foundation should match your natural skin colour and should not be darker or lighter. For more tips on how to…

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Does your make-up melt?

February 23, 2015 | Articles | Leave a Comment

Does your make-up melt? If you live or work in hot, humid conditions, you may find that your make-up starts to melt before the day is done. But what can you do to prevent this from happening? The key to having make-up that looks great after the first application is to apply very thin layers…

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How to disguise thin or uneven lips

January 26, 2015 | Articles, How to ... & Tutorials | Leave a Comment

Do you have thin or uneven lips? Well, there is a way to make them appear fuller or more even without having to resort to surgery or dermal fillers! Begin by gently exfoliating your lips with a warm, damp wash cloth or use a soft toothbrush to remove any flaky, dry skin and moisturise lightly…

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Make-up Shopping: How to shop smart

December 29, 2014 | Articles, How to ... & Tutorials | Leave a Comment

Do you shop smart when you’re make-up shopping? How many times have you purchased a cosmetic or make-up product, only to find that it hasn’t lived up to your expectations or you got home only to discover that you ended up paying too much for it and that there’s a more affordable, similar or better…

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Skincare for Men

October 29, 2014 | Articles | Leave a Comment

How many men out there actually take care of their skin and follow a good daily skincare routine? These days, there are many great skincare ranges on the market designed specifically for men.  To keep your skin looking its best, you should be cleansing your skin twice daily (morning and evening), applying moisturiser, preferably one…

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6 Make-up mistakes that age you

September 24, 2014 | Articles | Leave a Comment

We all want to look youthful for as long as possible, but did you know that a few simple make-up mistakes can age you and add unwanted years to your face?  Here are a few of the most common make-up ageing culprits: Foundation: The biggest mistake when it comes to foundation is applying to much or…

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8 Anti-ageing Skincare Tips

August 21, 2014 | Articles | Leave a Comment

Ageing.  Wrinkles.  Growing old.  These are all words that many women dread to hear.  While growing older is inevitable, and there is no way to stop it from happening, we can all aim to age gracefully while taking a few steps to help slow down the process. But how do we keep our skins looking…

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Which lipstick suits my skin tone?

June 23, 2014 | Articles | Leave a Comment

Using the correct colour lipstick for your skin tone can change the overall appearance of your completed make-up look. A lipstick that suits your skin tone can make you appear more attractive and make your teeth look much whiter. Your natural lip colour is always a good indication of what colour lipstick would suit you…

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List of Lipstick Dupes

June 17, 2014 | Articles | Leave a Comment

What is a lipstick dupe?  Lipstick dupes are duplicates; exact colour matches for high-end lipstick brands like MAC, Bobbi Brown, NARS, Estée Lauder, Lancôme, Chanel and Yves Saint-Laurent. With so many lipstick brands (high-end and drugstore), colours and gorgeous formulas on the market, it’s easy to think that the higher priced “luxury brands” would be…

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Tips for Job Interview Make-up

May 23, 2014 | Articles | Leave a Comment

If you’re going for a job interview and want to make sure that your first impression is a positive one. The best advice for this is to try sticking to neutral shades of eyeshadow like tans, browns and creams, and avoid shimmery, glittery eyeshadows.  You don’t want to look too over-the-top, or even worse, appear…

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How to wear red lipstick

April 24, 2014 | Articles, How to ... & Tutorials | Leave a Comment

Do you dare to wear red lipstick? The timeless, classic look of red lips and nude eyes never seems to go out of style, yet there are many women out there who have never experienced the confidence boost that comes from wearing red lipstick. Yes, everyone can wear red lipstick and there is a red…

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Reniu (by Pure Fiji) is the coconut body care collection dedicated to skin bliss for everyone, every day. Bringing multitasking, ultra-hydrating pure virgin coconut oil to all skin needs, protecting it from damage and creating skin health at every level.

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Express Consultation (per person) | $80.00 | 1 hour
Designed specifically for those who want to learn a certain technique, or to perfect something that may already be known but can’t quite get right.  This is not a full consultation, we will only concentrate on the specific technique, for example: winged liquid or gel eyeliner – we would work on application of winged eyeliner, nothing else – no other make-up application.  This consultation can be used for anything from  learning how to apply eyeshadow to get a ‘Smokey Eye’ look; how to correctly apply blusher or lipstick; how to apply false lashes, etc. The choice is yours.

Full Consultation (per person) | $150.00 | 2 hours
Designed for those who would like to learn how to apply a full face of make-up correctly. These consultations are great for someone new to using make-up, or someone who feels a little daunted by all the products.

The consultation includes a simple skin assessment, an overview of your current cosmetics to assess whether they are correct for your skin type, and advice on what products would be best suited to your skin type and tone.  Step-by-step application of your choice of make-up (daywear, smokey eye, or a look you’ve seen in a magazine). If its something you’ve seen in a magazine or online, please bring the picture with you. I’ll also answer any questions that you may have. 

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These can be done in any colours, just make sure you book an appointment WITH nail art, as I'll need the extra time allocated to do this.

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The Secret to Eye-catching Nails contains tips, tricks, and step-by-step how-to guides, with 53 designs for you to learn from. Novices needn’t worry, because the chapters flow from one into the other, using what was learned in the previous chapter to help create designs in the next, and most are really simple to recreate.

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