Beauty Tips: How to Get Rid of Under Eye Bags and Circles

Discoloration and under-eye bags are a challenge for many of us, and treating and hiding them is one of the top beauty concerns.  The skin beneath the eye is thinner and more delicate than that of the rest of the face, and needs special care and attention to minimize and hide them.  Heredity is one common cause, but modern living creates many culprits, from stress, being over-tired, staring at screens for hours, allergies, to dried-out contact lenses. Taking care of yourself and being mindful of these will improve your entire complexion, not just under-eye issues. There are things you can do to minimize and hide bags and circles that don’t require and trip to a dermatologist or plastic surgeon, so take control and follow these tips to avoid looking older and more tired than you actually are.

Start from the inside out:

Drink more water to keep your skin plump and well-hydrated from within. 

Elevate your pillow at night so that the blood doesn’t pool under your eyes.

Get enough sleep and avoid using tablets and phones in bed. Focusing on screens is hard on the eyes, and it shows.

Exercise increases blood-flow throughout your entire body and naturally that includes your face where it maintains a healthy, glowing complexion through increased circulation. 

Use collagen-building creams and serums especially formulated for the eye area that contain retinol and vitamin C to combat circles, discoloration, and lines. 

Use eye masks or refrigerated cucumber slices to de-puff and cool the eye area.  

Concealer is your secret weapon – if you choose the right one:

Look for color-correcting concealers designed the cancel out the bluish hue of under-eye circles.  Peach concealer cancels out the blue tones, and yellow concealers diminish redness. Choose a color to even out the eye lids as well for the perfect foundation for your eye makeup look. 

Don’t choose a concealer that is too light or contains highlighters as this will accentuate the area and make you look a like raccoon in reverse.

Use a concealer brush to apply product and gently blend with your ring finger, avoiding any drag on the delicate eye area.

Top with foundation if you regularly use it, or skip it if you are going for a more natural look.  Gently set the concealer with a translucent power applied with a fluffy brush to avoid too much powder settling into the concealer.  Choose a powder that doesn’t contain any highlighter particles as this will draw attention to the area.   

Younger, brighter, healthier-looking eyes – done.

                                             XOXO  Shelley

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Model Crush Monday – The Face This “Top 10 Breakout Models of 2017”

We are crushing on these breakout models lighting up runways and editorials with their unique beauty, diversity, and fresh looks.  These women hail from all over the world and truly represent a new norm in the industry, shaking things up, each in their own way.  Some of these models are classic beauties who would have succeeded in any era, while others have an off-kilter beauty that challenges industry norms and perceptions.  Keep an eye on these women as they shake up the modeling world, challenging it to seek out new and original stars. #originalbeauties

Follow these beauties on Instagram @

Ellen Rosa  @ellenghr

Amanda Murphy @amandajeanmurphy

Ine Neefs  @ineneefs

Dilone  @_dilone

Ruth Bell  @ruthnotmay

Tami Williams  @tamiwilliamsofficial

Aneta Pajak  @aneta.pajak

Jing We  @jingwenll

Willow Hand  @willow.hand

Grace Hartzel  @gracehartzel

                                                             XOXO Shelley

#breakout models of 2017  #original beauty  #new era beauty #new supermodels #fresh faces #international beauty #new beauty in modeling #facethis.blogspot.com #Shelley Goodstein

How Can I Make My Hair Grow Faster and Longer?

It’s one of the most-asked questions to hair stylists, and for good reason.  Hormones, birth control pills, the climate, diet, over-processing, and hair styling can all affect the growth of hair, and with today’s styles trending towards longer and fuller styles, everyone wants to know how to achieve their idea of dream hair.  Long, lucious hair is a sign of health and youth, and who doesn’t want to look healthier and younger??

Start with your diet:  make sure you eat protein, which produces keratin in your hair and is key to healthier scalp and follicles. Make sure you consume vitamins B, C and E, omega -3, biotin and iron, all of which are crucial to healthy hair.  The hair growth supplement Viviscal, which contains a marine protein amongst other nutrients, is highly-rated for its efficacy, and many celebrities and hair stylists swear by it. 

Fancy a scalp massage?  Go for it!  Regular massage both with your fingers and by brushing your hair increases the blood circulation to your scalp and the roots of hair follicles, and helps distributes your hair’s own natural, protective oils.  Use a clarifying shampoo twice a month to remove any buildup of product in your hair and on your scalp so that the pores around the follicles don’t become clogged, restricting growth. 

Give your hair a break by washing your hair twice to three times per week, not more.  Always use a conditioner to seal the hair shafts preventing loss of the natural oils of your hair.  Don’t overuse styling products, which can build up on hair follicles and scalp pores, and clog hair shafts.  Give your heated styling tools a rest time to time and use your hair dryer on a low to medium setting. 

Constantly wearing ponytails, braids, up-dos and headbands forces your hair follicles to lay against their natural growth direction and can cause hair fall.  It can also lead to traction alopecia, all of which decreases hair growth and damages follicles sometimes beyond repair.  Wearing your hair in its natural state is the best route to maximum hair growth, limiting hair loss and damage to the strands.

Masks and oils designed for your specific hair type can also improve the overall quality of your hair, treat damage, and refresh your scalp.  Use oils and masks twice a month as part of your hair-care regime.  Regular trims are important to prevent split ends from creeping up the hair shafts and causing further breakage, which in turn means that over time your hair will actually grow longer and stronger, free of damage. 

As we get older, meaning out of our teen years, we lose hair follicles every year, so doing what we can to retain and encourage growth is key to maintaining long, beautiful, full hair.  Start today and see the benefits within a few months. Win!

                                                         XOXO  Shelley

#how can I make my hair grow faster and longer?  #hair growth #hair dropping #preventing hair loss #growing hair longer #hair growth tips #facethis.blogspot.com #Shelley Goodstein

Model Crush Monday – All-American Karlie Kloss

There are not too many models in the stratosphere of mid-western beauty Karlie Kloss.  And not just because she has reached the pinnacle of the modeling industry, but literally – Karlie is 6’2” – without heels.  Those legs go on for days - and days! At age 24, Karlie has already been modeling for a decade and has accomplished everything from high-end editorials, countless turns on the runway, cosmetic contracts, to fronting campaigns worldwide. 

Karlie is a long-time favorite of editors, photographers, and creative directors for her ability to move gracefully and fluidly, creating images that are striking and memorable.  She understands exactly what will work for her long lines, for which credits her many years of ballet training.  None of this would matter if she didn’t have her classic bone structure and uniquely arched eyebrows.  Just as she is able to create a story with her movements, she is just as animated with her expressions, making her chameleon-like, and a true original.  

Meeting Taylor Swift for the first while she performed at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in 2013 while Karlie strutted the runway, began a friendship between the two that sets the bar for #squadgoals.  Two like-minded beauties with brains and talent – BFF’s forever. 

Using her influence to benefit others, Karlie, an avid baker, sells Karlie’s Kookies where a portion of the proceeds supports FEED Projects to donate meals to starving children worldwide - #loveher!  A passionate coder, she has also created a scholarship program for young girls to encourage them to learn computer programming and software engineering called Kode With Karlie. 

It’s not hard to see Karlie Kloss as the whole package, living and embodying the American dream, making her our #dreamgirl.

                                                            XOXO Shelley

#Karlie Kloss  #Kode with Karlie  #Karlie’s Kookies  #supermodels  #American supermodels  #top-ranked supermodels  #Taylor Swift’s girl squad  #facethis.blogspot.com  #Shelley Goodstein #Model Crush Monday

Winter Hair Hacks You Need to Know NOW!

Winter can do such a number on your hair, leaving behind breakage, split ends, static, frizz, and a dry scalp, none of which has any appeal at all.  Indoors, forced heating dries out your hair and scalp, while outdoors it’s cold and windy, meaning a hat is an absolute must, even if that entails fly-aways and brittle hair.  No, you don’t have to suffer to be beautiful and freeze in the process, but you do need to take precautions and be proactive to protect your hair from the elements.  Wear the hat!

Here are the top tips for maintaining your hair through the winter, damage-free with luster and shine:

Begin by washing your hair a maximum of twice a week using lukewarm water as hot water strips your hair strands of the oils that seal and protect the shafts, exposing them to damage.  Towel-dry by simply patting the hair rather than squeezing it or combing it as this will exacerbate any damage you have already. Follow up by blow-drying your hair using a wide-toothed comb and your fingers rather than a brush at first, and setting the blow dryer on warm.  Finish up by drying your hair with a well vented brush that contains both synthetic and boar bristles, using the dryer on the cool setting to lock in shine. Invest in a humidifier at home to help maintain the moisture levels in both your skin and hair during the winter months.  Getting a regular trim will remove any damaged ends and give your hair movement and an over-all healthy look.

Using the same hair products in winter that you use in summer will go against every effort you make with your hair.  The scalp in winter can often be more dry and flaky so using a moisture-retaining shampoo will reduce build-up and lift your hair at the roots for more volume.  Try: Pantene Pro-V Nature Fusion Moisture Balancing Shampoo.

Fight hair static with a leave-in conditioner that contains humectants for moisture retention.  Try: Ouidad Moisture Lock Leave-In Conditioner.

Hair oil conditions the hair strands, replenishing and sealing in moisture for shine.  Argan Oil is an amazing moisturizing ingredient found in both skincare and hair care products.  Try: MoroccanOil Original Treatment

Once a week apply a hair mask to restore shine and to deep condition your hair.  Try: Fekkai Intensive Fortifying Masque Indulgent Repair.

Beautiful winter hair is completely possible if you take a bit of extra care by using the appropriate products and caring for your locks – you will thank yourself in Spring! 

  

                                                         XOXO  Shelley

#winter hair hacks #dry scalp repair #hair static #dry hair #hair masks #winter hair treatments #how to get great winter hair #facethis.blogspot.com #Shelley Goodstein