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Crochet Braids: FLIP OVER METHOD

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Afri Naptural Bohemian Soft Water Hair

Afri Naptural Bohemian Soft Water Hair

Crochet braids tutorial

Crochet Braids:

One of my favorite styles. It’s also a great way to incorporate different textures and colors to the hair without damage. So for me this is my go to hairstyle when I want to switch it up. I have been wanting red hair again for a couple of weeks and I did not feel like coloring my virgin hair extensions to get it. So I decided crochet braids would be my best option. One thing I like to do to my hair is experiment. As a cosmetologist I try to find different ways to reinvent the wheel so to speak. So today I will be showing you how I came up with this “Flip Over” method with crochet braids. I love the results of this technique and it’s a great way to protect your hair further while wearing crochet braids.  If you haven’t done so already make sure you SUBSCRIBE to my Youtube channel for all beauty, fashion, and lifestyle videos.

Products Used:

Latch hook
Weaving sheet net: Here

Hair: Afri Naptural Bohemian Soft Water Hair 12 inch in color T1B/BUG: http://bit.ly/2mzfKtF 5 PACKS USED

Video Tutorial:

Palmat 2in1 Makeup Brush Cleaning Tool

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.Palmat mat

Who hates cleaning make up brushes? I know I do, as it’s such a tedious task. With the amount of make up brushes I use daily for work and filming tutorials. It feels like a part-time job just cleaning them. That’s where the Palmat comes in to save the day. Now don’t get me wrong as a avid make up brush collector, I thoroughly enjoy looking at beautiful clean make up brushes. I just don’t like cleaning them myself. So when I had a chance to review the new make up brush mat by Palmat it was right on time. I also took this opportunity to enlist the services of my five year old daughter. Mommy can always use a extra set of hands since she loves to be mommy’s little helper.   

 The Palmat is a 2 in 1 brush cleaning tool that helps to deep clean your make up brushes. Made out of silicone the Palmat has adjustable straps to fit around your hand as well as suction cups to adhere to your sink for hands-free cleaning. The Palmat is great for travel and fits perfectly in any makeup bag or even a makeup kit for traveling artist as well as makeup enthusiast alike. 

Palmat makeup brush cleaner

There are other brush clean the mats on the market. However, one great thing I like about this brush cleaning mat is that you are able to hold it in your hand. With the suction cups on the bottom of the mat it also fits perfectly in the sink or any flat surface. The price is also a major selling point at only $9.95. I have personally seen and own other make up brush mats that retail for over $50. This mat works the same way for a fraction of the cost. Surprisingly, the Palmat also has a two year warranty. Can’t beat that! 

Palmat makeup brush cleaner

 Palmat Demo:

I have a mini demo on how I use the Palmat with my Sigma make up brushes and Sigma makeup Liquid brush cleaner. For more information on products used I will have the links below as well as any discount or promotional codes if available. 

Palmat: Here

Sigma Brush Cleaner: Here

Sigma Brushes I currently use: Here

Discount Code: CHIMERENICOLE at checkout for 10% off any purchase.

Make Up For Ever Artist Acrylip Lip Paints

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makeupforever artist acrylip lipstick swatches

Make Up For Ever has released 10 new lipstick shades in bold beautiful colors. The Artist Acrylip collection features rich build able lip shades for the true lipstick lover. I had the opportunity to try out this collection of lip paints. This collection is unlike any thing I currently own. Where matte lips are still the rave, the Artist Acrylip paints takes the idea of a bold lip to a new level.  

Artist Acrylip First Impressions:

The packaging I received was amazing. The Artist Acrylip paints arrived in a small metal tin reminiscent of a paint can. It also came with a metal can opener. How cute is that! Upon inspection the lip colors were very bright and beautiful. Definitely different from the my day to day colors I usually wear as I’m a nude girl through and through. Once I started to swatch these colors I noticed they are wonderful for creating your own signature colors.  I am all for customizing things so they are unique to you. The one word that came to mind when playing with this collection was Bold. 

Formula:

Perfectly named after its name sake, paint. It has a very similar texture meaning, they are a solid in consistency and not runny. It dries semi matte also like a wall paint which I totally got a kick out of. The entire paint reference was just too cute for me.  It’s blends well like all of the other Makeup For Ever lip sticks yet it gives a matte like finish. It’s a cross between a lip gloss with no shine and a lip stain. The Artist Acrylip paints are definitely something that has me stepping out of my comfort zone. The formulation is so different from all of my lip colors I currently use but in a good way. I appreciate that the colors are not super matte and that they are not drying on the lips. Which is something that has me shying away from the matte lip craze. Moreover,  I like that this collection is bold and colorful. This formula is so pigmented that it only requires one drop for a even application. Even on lips as full as mine and that say’s a lot. One drop was more than enough. I would recommend applying the lip paints with a light hand and if possible use a lip brush for a flawless application.

Shade Selection:

I have a love hate relationship with the colors chosen for this collection. Maybe I’m a bit biased as I normally only wear nudes. I was hoping to at least have one nude shade. Since this formula is quite unique I wanted a shade I could wear everyday. I also would have loved to have a mixing medium such as a white shade. Since the lip paints are able to be customized a shade of white would have really took this collection to a new level. Think 4th grade art class and mixing the red and white to create pink. I get excited thinking about it. I am such a fan of custom anything. You are however still able to create custom colors with the Artist Acrylip collection. I mixed colors 301 and 401 and created a beautiful lip color.

Overview:

I can say with certainty I do not own any colors quite like this. The only downside to this collection that I can say is that these colors do you smear a little bit. When used with the corresponding lip liner you won’t have that problem.  MakeupForEver also has a Lip Line Perfector that helps with lipstick smearing which helps with any lipstick, or lip stain. Also worth noting, when I swatched the colors on my wrist they did move a bit. I would also like to mention when I tried to remove the color swatches with make up remover they did not budge, at all. If you take notice to the swatches below you will see my skin is still quite stained from removing the previous swatches. These are very reminiscent of a lip stain. But they have the staying power of any other matte lipstick on the market. Currently retailing for $24 dollars, you can purchase them by visiting Makeupforever.com, also available at Sephora.com. 

Makeupforever artist acrylip lipstick swatches colors 500,501,401,400,600

Swatches from left to right: 500, 501,401,400,600

Makeupforever artist acrylip lipstick swatches

Swatches from left to right: 200, 301, 300, 202, 201

Skinfix Skin Care Product Review: Does It Really Work?

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As a beauty and fashion blogger I often times have an abundance of products in my collection at any given time. Some products are often over looked and other times just don’t make the cut. I love testing out new brands and seeing the effects of new ingredients and products. Today I am going to share with you a new line of skin care products I was fortunate enough to receive. Note: This is not a sponsored post and honey if I don’t like something I just won’t share it on my blog. Unless it’s horrible and I need to warn you lol. Now, over the last 2-3 weeks I have been testing out the entire skin care line but Skinfix. I learned about the brand from a beauty conference I attended and was curious about the brand. I received the products I immediately began to test them out. Today I’m going to give you a complete break down of the entire line of products I received and my opinion on each product.

Skinfix Foaming Oil Cleanser 

This face wash has become a morning staple in my skin regime. This face wash is not only great at cleansing my skin but it doesn’t leave my skin dry. Also one thing I need to note that I love about this product line is that it tells you on the packaging the percentage of all natural ingredients which I love. This face wash is 97% all natural. If I had to recommend only one product for all skin types it would be this face wash. It also removes makeup really well and does not a strong smell.

Skinfix Moisture Boost Serum 

I haven’t been much of a serum girl. I recently started adding them to my skin care routine since I noticed great results with this one. I only tested this serum for 2 weeks but I used it morning and night. The most noticeable results I’ve found were my skin becoming more radient and plump in texture. I would see the best results in the morning. My skin looked refreshed and hydrated. After the 2 weeks of testing were finished, I’ve been using the serum in the morning after cleansing with the foaming cleanser.

Skinfix Brightening Eye Cream 

This product for me wasn’t a wow product for me. Now I may not be the best person at the moment to test eye cream. But I did test it for the 2 week like all the other products. I don’t really have any issues with my under eyes except the occasional under eye Chanel bags from lack of sleep. However, I did notice a little tightening when using this product. That’s always a great thing as the goal is to keep the skin from sagging and wrinkle free.

Skinfix Hydrating Lotion 

Another brand favorite, this hydrating lotion is perfect under makeup. This is also another product I have added to my morning routine. I apply immediately following cleansing with the foam cleanser. It’s wonderful because it doesn’t contain oils to clog my pores and keep my skin smooth. This lotion is 97% all natural and did not irritate my skin at all.

Skinfix Nourishing Cream 

I incorporated this cream at night after my cleansing my skin. Typically I use heavy cream moisturizers at night because I wear makeup all day. Once I remove the makeup I cleanse twice, exfoliate, apply serum and then moisturize. This cream is a light in consistency and can be worn under makeup as well. It’s 97.5% all natural and that’s what makes this brand stand out among the rest.

Skinfix Hand Cream 

I have this hand cream everywhere! I have it on my desk, the car, my purse, and even my gym bag. I have become manic about my hands staying moisturized and soft. It’s a ultra rich formula but not greasy which I love. There’s nothing worse than applying hand cream then touching paper and leaving a oil spot. My hands remain moisturized hours after applying and smells great also. I would definitely  recommend this hand cream for anyone who washes there hands as many times as I do during the day.




Overall, this line is great for normal and sensitive skin types. I had great results testing these products and I hope this break down of the Skinfix products helped answered any questions you had regarding the line. I had a chance to look over there Instagram account and noticed they have a wide arrangement of products for all skin types. You can get more on Skinfix by visiting there website here.

Grow Your Hair Fast|Top 5 Tips

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Grow Your Hair Fast

When it comes to growing your hair there is so much information available it can be quite confusing. When I started my hair growth journey over 2 years ago there weren’t any creditable resources online on how to grow your hair fast. I have personally researched this topic and was quite surprised at all the misguided and quite often wrong information available on the topic. In order to grow your hair fast and efficiently you have to have a solid game plan and hair care routine. Today’s post I will be sharing with you my hair growth journey that has spanned over the last 2 years. I was able to grow about 14 inches of healthy hair with the tips I will be sharing with you in today’s video tutorial.  I also will list my top 5 tips on how to grow hair fast.

Top 5 Tips To Grow Hair FAST

  1. Only lather your hair once while washing. This will ensure your hair won’t be dry and will retain it’s natural oils.
  2. Seal the hair cuticle EVERY TIME you after you deep condition. This will eliminate fly aways and and split ends. I have a video explaining this process HERE.
  3. Wash your hair in one direction. Do NOT over manipulate your hair while washing.
  4. Keep all heat tools on the lowest setting. I.E blow dryers, flat irons, etc.
  5. Leave your conditioners on longer and rinse with COLD water to seal the hair cuticle.

I hope you will incorporate these hair care tips into your current regimen. The key to long lasting haircare is to be consistent. Also remember your diet and water intake also plays a key role in how your hair, skin, and nails grow. Although your genetics play a major role in how fast your hair can grow these tips will help to maintain the hair growth. Let me know your thoughts below and be sure to share this article with your friends. Sharing is caring!