CottonBeauty : 25-08-2013

zaterdag 31 augustus 2013

Happy pictures create happy people (quotes, tattoos, love.)

After the bad reviews from the BB cremes, I wonder what the CC/DD cremes are doing...
Well first, I have to admit, I had no clue what they were...I really don't believe in miracles. So first off , they haven't done research to the damage these cremes do to your skin..Remember the Body Shop's BB-creme scored best!!

This is some information from the Marie Claire Magazine!!

BB Creams

What is it? Short for beauty balm or blemish balm, BB creams are the love child of makeup and skincare. While its benefits seem to be endless, at its bare bones BB cream is the world's best tinted moisturizer, packed with tons of benefits as well as SPF.

What it does: BB creams can smooth the skin, contain anti-aging elements, even out your skin tone, moisturize, protect against sun damage, and have a light-reflecting component that give your skin a dewy, luminous look!

How to use it: Although it may have SPF, don't douse your face with it the way you do sunscreen—a light layer is all you need. BB creams can also be used as a primer, moisturizer, and foundation!

How it differs: BB cream provides the least amount of coverage of all the alphabet creams, so it's perfect for a younger woman whose skin needs a little pick-me-up!

CC Creams

What is it? Packed to the gills with vitamins C and E, complexion corrector cream is similar to BB cream, but focuses on color correction.

What it does: Lighter than a BB cream, CC cream's primary purpose is to correct color-related skin issues, such as sallowness or redness. Like BB cream, it has SPF as well (number varies by brand).

How to use it: If you're acne-prone, have dull skin, dark spots or constant redness, CC cream is for you.

How it differs: Use CC cream to help with redness, acne, dark spots, sallowness and more. It's also lighter than BB cream!

DD Creams

What is it? Fresh to the alphabet cream craze, DD creams, or "dynamic do-all" are a super cream: They combine the power and benefits of both BB and CC creams. However, their primary focus is anti-aging.

What it does: The anti-aging speciality of the cream works to diminish wrinkles and fine lines throughout use. Additionally, DD cream will balance skin tone and protect the most sensitive areas of your skin.

How to use it: Supposedly, you'll really see improvements in your skin with continued use, so use often and incorporate it into your daily routine!

How it differs: DD cream's strongest selling point is their anti-aging benefits. If you're looking to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, this cream is the cream for you.

Valentino Rockstud and Terry Richardson

Photographer Terry Richardson had the opportunity to design sunglasses for Valentino.
It just breaths rock, bling (464 crystals on the red one / 300 on the black one) and attitude!

available from September for the price €469,95.

Watch out with BB-creme

Researchers found out that 2/3th of the BB-cremes aren't beneficial for your skin.
Creme from L'oreal and Garnier would contain too much chemical muskparticles and could cause allergic reactions!
From all popular brands the Body Shop would score the best!
After doing some research, I found out that some people even react allergic to BB-cremes from Revlon and Dior too...
So before you run and buy one, try to check the internet!
The best tip I can give is too stay away from the ingredient " methylisothiazolinone (MI)' .

sources
Belgian Newspaper 'Het nieuwsblad'
http://www.beautylish.com/t/niruq/bb-cream-allergic-reaction
http://valleygurlfrmhell.blogspot.be/2013/01/garnier-miracle-skin-not-perfector-bb.html
http://www.temptalia.com/hit-list-worst-bb-cream

vrijdag 30 augustus 2013

Spotted on the catwalk: ugly shoes!

Spotted on the runway for Stella McCartney and Miu Miu... I don't really like it, I ain't going to wear it, I just think it is ugly.
But for those who want to wear it, please follow these tips:
Combine it with: A-line skirts or over the knee, loose pants, skinny jeans, loose sweaters and oversized jackets. If you have a feminine outfit, please don't wear them!

tip of the day : bye bye greasy hair

Greasy hair... here are some tips to get it healthy again :

- stay out of your hair: if you touch your hair often it will become greasy faster
- don't wash it every day: don't feel like looking bad at the office/school, try it in the Holidays
- use a dryshampoo
- some people have less greasy hair by using shampoo without silicones
- don't use your hairdryer all the time
- sleep on a satin pillow
- don't overdo on the hairsprays, gels, .... and other products!

Good luck!

donderdag 29 augustus 2013

tip of the day: a basic make up look

tune of the day

Love this one to start exercising!!!

Some pictures : models on Instagram

I found these pictures in Vogue, it are some pictures of models on Instagram!

H&M fall 2013

new workout I love: kickboxing!

My favorite App: "my fitness pal"

Currently I'm trying to lose weight again, so I've downloaded the "myfitnesspal"- app on my Ipad.
It is a free application that helps you to keep an overview of your cal-intake and cal-output.
Everyday you can list up what you eat +amount (really, most products are in the app!!) and you can tell the exercises you did!

tip of the day

My personal favorite facemasks are Freeman Beauty!
Not too expensive, not tested on animals, makes my skin soft.
My ultimate favorite is the one on the picture below, I love the smell!!!!

My tip for you all, before using a cleaning mask, take a hot bath or put a hot washcloth on your face, it will open up your pores!!! this way the mask will work even harder!