Beauty Blender mini pro pack avalaible at rspcosmetics!
$95 for x 6 beauty blender sponges and a 180ml cleanser!
Beauty Blenders are back in stock baby!
Thank goodness for that! ;)
Check out Seed keylooks for April 2012… we were lucky enough to do the hair and makeup once again and here is what we used:
Check out the photos here
OK so we are all guilty of having makeup sitting in our drawers that we havent worn for years… But chances are if your hanging onto products that are past their used by dates they will not work to their full potential and you run the risk of contamination! YUK..
Basically cosmetics contain preservatives that are added to ensure they do not breed bacteria. Worse case scenario is a rash or skin breakout, this is not very common.. but it is something to be aware of when your next going through your makeup.
We’ve put together a basic guideline for you. Keep in mind all products/brands are different but it is important to have a basic idea.
MASCARA - 3-6 months
FOUNDATION & CONCEALERS - 12-18 months
POWDER PRODUCTS - 2 years
CREAM PRODUCTS - 12-18 months
PENCILS - 2-3 years
LIPSTICK - 2 years
LIPGLOSS - 18-24 months
IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE ABOVE PRODUCTS FOR LONGER THAN YOU SHOULD… THROW THEM AWAY AND RESTOCK YOUR KIT AT rsp cosmetics ;)
As the name suggests Foundation is generally the first product to be applied when doing your makeup routine. The key to acheiving a professionally applied flawless finish has a lot to do with your skin type and choosing the appropriate product for it. These days with so many different foundations avaliable on the market it can be easy to get confused and buy the wrong type for you.
I’ll walk you through the most common options available for your foundation and your skin type… ofcouse there are many more, mousse, cream to powder, mineral, but they all fall under these categories.
TINTED MOISTURISER
What is it?: Tinted moisturiser combines foundation, moisturiser and often SPF and anti ageing benefits for a more light and breathable coverage than traditional foundations. Ideal for someone who doesn’t want or need a lot of coverage but simply wants to even out their skin tone.
Skin types: Tinted moisturisers come in a wide variety of formulas so they are not limited to any skin type. If you have oily skin, opt for a oil free formula. Those with dryer skin can easily pick up something with added moisture and if your after something with a dewy finish a tinted moisturiser containing ingredients such as moisturising glycerin or sodium hyaluronate bind water to the skin resulting in that stunning dewy finish.
Pro’s: Keeps skin looking and feeling hydrated as well as protecting from the sun… anything that combines a few products in one and saves time in the morning is a must have!
Con’s: Won’t cover all blemishes and scars so you may need to get in there with a concealer for more accurate coverage.
Coverage: minimal coverage
Pro tip: A tinted moisturiser that is 1-2 shades darker than your natural skin colour will add a natural looking colour to your skin, anything over that and it begins to look dirty!
My Favourite: Garnier BB cream
LIQUID FOUNDATION
What is it?: Lightweight and easily applied, generally the most common type of foundation.
Skin types: They suit almost every skin type. Oil based (dry skin) and water based or oil free (oily skin) if your have normal or combination skin go for water based for a lighter coverage or oil based for a heavier coverage.
Pro’s: Easy to apply and blend
Con’s: Sometimes don’t provide enough coverage and wear off during the day, easily fixed with a good concealer or powder.
Coverage: medium
Pro tip: Remove excess oil by blotting liquid foundation with a tissue before powdering to assure your makeup stays put all day. And apply using a beauty blender sponge. CAN SOMEONE SAY AIRBRUSHED?
My Favourite: Face Atelier Ultra Pro Foundation
CREAM FOUNDATION
What is it?: Cream foundations are usually pretty thick and heavy and most contain oil or wax ingredients. They are usually found in a stick or compact container.
Skin types: Most people can use a cream foundation - but first ask yourself if you even need it? It is great for covering discolouration and blemishes so people with breakouts and acne might prefer a heavier option like a cream foundation.
Pro’s: Can usually double up as a concealer as it’s heavier and doesnt move around the skin like ligter foundations might. Covers imperfections and blemishes very well
Con’s: Can end up looking very heavy when not applied correctly.
Coverage: Heavy
Pro tip: Try apply cream foundation only where you need it, not all over the face, you will still get the coverage you need without the caked on heavy look.
My Favourite: rsp cosmetics cream foundation
POWDER FOUNDATION
What is it?: Once upon a time it was only used to “set” your makeup, but now powder foundation comes in a wide variety of types and is ideal for use alone or over makeup.
Skin types: Oily
Pro’s: Literally will add a few hours onto the longevity of your makeup wear!
Con’s: Tends to gather in fine lines and on dry skin.
Coverage: Light
Pro tip: As previously mentioned, use your powder foundation to set your makeup in place, you can get coloured powders or translucent aswell! Use it only where you need it, say the t zone and avoid altogether or be very light handed on areas that are prone to creasing like under the eye and forehead. If you simply cannot live without powdering these areas, just powder lightly and touch up throughout the day to avoid the cakey line look.
My Favourite: rsp cosmetics powder foundation
OILY SKIN
DRY SKIN
BEFORE BUYING A FOUNDATION…
Ask yourself these simple questions. What is my skin type? What are my foundation needs? What coverage do I required?
WHEN TESTING A FOUNDATION
SOME COMMON WORDS YOU MIGHT FIND ON YOUR COSMETICS PACKAGING
Noncomedgenic- Means the product does not block your pores
Long eyelashes are considered a sign of femininity in many cultures. So after eyelash extensions and latisse, semi permanent mascara was the obvious choice for next big thing on the eyelash scene
Unlike regular temporary mascara, semi permanent mascara is just that SEMI PERMANENT! That means you can swim, shower, excercise and not have to worry about clumping and racoon eyes! That’s right this stuff is 100% waterproof!
This miracle treatment can be applied light or thick, taking just 30-40 minutes to apply and lasts up to 4 weeks, can be applied to top and bottom lashes and it even curls and lengthens your natural lashes!
For a fraction of the price of eyelash extensions at approximately $40-70. Pretty cool huh… we certainly think so… looking into the training as we type!
But if your not convicved about this little treatment our best selling intense lash curling mascara will do the trick.. temporarily
Ever try to achieve that Red Carpet Smoky Eye, only to end up looking more like a raccoon than a fox? Well, look no further! Shadow Shields are the answer to flawless eye makeup application every time!
Before makeup application, apply these disposable, self-adhesive shields under your eyes to catch falling pigment, eliminating that all too familiar ‘raccoon eye’ side effect experienced during eyeshadow application. When you’re done; remove, toss and voila — you’re left with clean, smudge-free under eyes!
Major time savers, these lightweight shields are a convenient alternative to the usual powder-under-the-eye trick. With Shadow Shields, messes will be a thing of the past!
“I thought it seemed appropriate to talk about sunscreen, being the middle of summer and all (well maybe if you live somewhere other than Melbourne)”
Growing up in Australia I think we all know the dangers of the sun and the importance of wearing sunscreen. I personally find it confusing because on one side I don’t want to get burnt, I don’t want skin cancer and I don’t wrinkles. But on the other hand I lack Vitamin D and need to get that somewhere too?
Ultraviolet light is made up of different wavelengths, UVA rays penetrate deep into the cellular structure of the skin to form wrinkles and ageing, whilst UVB rays affect the surface layer of the skin resulting in sunburn. Make sure when your choosing your sunscreen it has both UVA and UVB filters.
SPF10 blocks 90% of UVB
SPF15 blocks 92% of UVB
SPF30 blocks 97% of UVB.
The safest sunblock ingredient is Silica-coated micronized zinc because it doesn’t break down and become absorbed into our systems like the old zinc (ah, Yuk) instead it reflects UV light away from our skin.
Also look for sunscreens containing antioxidants like vitamin C and E as they attack those free radicals that form as a result of the UV light that does get through your sunscreen, because although they do a good job no sunscreen is a 100% UV block out.
Getting vitamin D doesn’t have to be hard. Before 10am and after 3pm when the sun is not so harsh is a great time to spend 10 minutes a day soaking up some D. Some other ways vitamin D can be absorbed is through your diet from dairy products to tuna, salmon and daily supplements.
GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR SUNSCREEN
· Reapply your sunscreen every 2 hours
· All skin types benefit from sunscreen so make sure you apply whether your pale or dark skinned
· Don’t forget to apply sunscreen everywhere! No one wants to get wrinkles on their face but what about skin cancer on your ear?
