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Axxium Soak-Off Lacquer Gel System

02 Feb

Love smooth, shiny long nails but can’t seem to whip your short, brittle nails into shape? Get ready nail-lovers everywhere, I have a feeling you’ll go ga-ga over this one. Ideal for us modern busy gals, the Axxium Soak-Off Gel Lacquer System is OPI’s latest breakthrough product that promises to deliver strong, durable and healthy-looking nails with an easy 1-2-3 application and speedy removal process for a no-fuss nail reinvention. Axxium gels are sheer, weightless and comfortable to wear, so you can feel good taking your new nails to a party, on a date, or even to that tropical island you’ve been dying to visit.

Stop hiding your pretty nails under unflattering shades and tedious acrylics. Let those babies shine with this brush-on gel system that enhances the natural beauty of your nails. Simply brush it on, let them soak up some rays from a special UV lamp and go! They’re good for at least 2 weeks—incredible, isn’t it? Read the rest of this entry »

 
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Kérastase Elixir Ultime

22 Nov

Thank you Kérastase, for adding yet another powerful weapon to our haircare arsenal this winter. Fresh off of the launch pad this November is Kérastase’s Elixir Ultimé, a blend of luxuriously robust exotic oils that delivers both shine and volume to your hair without the dreaded limpness that traditional hair oils just can’t seem to overcome.

The formulation? A beautiful collaboration between Pracaxi— a celebrated rich Amazonian oil, Argan—one of the rarest oils in the world hailing from Morocco, Maize—the essence of Central American corn germs, and Camellia—a fragrant classic born out of the camellia flowers of Eastern Asia. Each type of oil is a star on its own and yet perfectly complements one another, creating a harmonious symphony of nourishing delight.

The technology? Kérastase adopts avant-garde Oléo-Complexe Technology that integrates emollient and nourishing ingredients to revive and protect damaged hair. The special properties of this blend also shield the hair shaft from heat, making your hair more manageable and styling-friendly. The Elixir Ultimé, unlike its conventional hair oil counterparts, doesn’t just sit on top of your hair and weigh it down; it seeps into your hair and scalp and provides nourishment from the inside out. With this product, your hair will shine with a healthy-looking sheen with all the right oomf and ooh-la-la! Read the rest of this entry »

 
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OPI Burlesque Nail Lacquers

08 Nov


“It will take your eyes on a mind-blowing road trip” is how I would describe the new musical film starring the always fabulous Cher and the queen of pin-up fashion, Christina Aguilera, opening in theatres this month. In the film Christina plays Ali, a girl with big dreams of making it in L.A who finds herself fascinated by the glitz and glamour of the burlesque stage. Will she rise to the top in this colourful, tantalizing faux reality or will she become just another floater who loses herself in her ambitions? No matter what the ending turns out to be, by the looks of the trailer, I already know I’m going to enjoy the heart-stopping dance numbers, the naughty costumes and that electrifying signature voice of Christina Aguilera. Read the rest of this entry »

 
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Jersey Shore Yourself for Halloween

25 Oct

Jersey Shore…you either love it or hate it, but you can’t deny that this crazy, over-the-top cast of spray-tanned boys and girls are clearly succeeding in their quest to take over TV land.

Not to be outdone by their wild behaviours, their signature looks seem to scream for spotlights of their own and the audience is savouring every morsel of this bizarre phenomenon. We’ve even had some random clients coming in lately requesting spray tans and major back combing to imitate their favourite characters like Mike “The Situation” and little miss Snooki! Although we don’t offer spray-tanning services, all of this has inspired me to put together a collection of tips and tricks for you to dress up as your misbehaving Jersey Shore twin for this wicked Halloween.

For all you inner Snookis out there

Time to exercise make-up knowledge amnesia! Toss all your expertise out the window and think: What would I do to my face if I had less than two minutes and more than two drinks? The answer is: an overload of bronzer and a thick coat of spray tan all over; a pair of messy, dark smokey-eyes offset by lips drenched in shiny light-pink or clear lipgloss. Put some elbow grease into that back comb to achieve that famous Snooki “bump”. Secure your hairstyle with lots of pins and blast that hairspray, but make sure you take a deep breath before you unleash the chemical cloud. Read the rest of this entry »

 
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Kerastase Treatments – Colour Breakdown

09 Oct

With so many different brands churning out haircare products at the speed of light, it’s no wonder we’d often end up purchasing the wrong products. When it comes to fabulous hair treatments with not so fabulous prices like Kérastase, we just can’t afford to make a mistake! So what are we to do? Thankfully, Kérastase has made the selection process super easy for its clienteles with a simple and yet effective colour system. Whether you’re an enthusiastic first-time user or a content die-hard fan, reflectionyou can easily pinpoint the perfect Kérastase product for your hair.

PINK (Reflection)
If pink doesn’t pique your interest, I don’t know what will! Safeguard the brilliance and intensity of your colour-treated hair with Reflection—a line designed for those of us who like to flaunt our personalities with different hair colours. Reflection is Kérastase’s first light-reflecting regime that promises to grab hold of each hair fibre and take it to the pinnacle unbelievable shininess. Dryness, dullness, and fading—be gone!

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VIDEO: Lady Gaga “Vanity Fair” Inspired Nail Tutorial

27 Sep

Hello Beauty Goddesses!

Several weeks ago I saw Lady Gaga on the cover of Vanity Fair and I instantly fell in love with her nail color. After a little research I found out Deborah Lippmann was the genius behind this nail color. The lacquer is called “Waking Up In Vegas”. I had to bring it into the salon. It’s NOW available and we’re doing a special manicure and “Waking Up In Vegas” lacquer treatment this month.

I also thought this would be a good time to do a video on pampering yourself with a DIY manicure featuring the Lady Gaga lacquer. If you’re not a do-it-your-selfer then book an appointment in the Salon and have Yuli create the look for you!

 
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