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Shine Beauty Guru: Best Beauty Product for Summer!

Posted by Michelle July 28, 2010

This month’s Shine Beauty Guru assignment is:

What is your best summer beauty secret?   Name one!

WHAT!?!? No way! Not possible! Too many choices! Well, maybe if I try!

hmm, ok I think I’ve got one!

My biggest beauty problem in the summer is my hair! I have little desire to dry and fix it.  READ: use any kind of heated tool!  While air-dryed hair sometimes dries nicely, mostly it just goes crazy!

ENTER: Frederic Fekkai Limited Edition Marine Summer Hair + Aquanutrients Beach Waves2206645

Beach Waves for short!

It’s the key for easy summer hairstyles, whether you pull it in a pony, half back, twist it, braid it, or leave it down!

My favorite way to use it: I let my hair dry overnight then in the morning I’m ready to start styling.  I flip my head over spritzing a few sprays of shine spray all over.   I flip my head back up and section into 4 layers (bottom, middle, top right of part, top left of part).  On each layer I spritz on a few sprays of BEACH WAVES then finger scrunch all over layer.  After I’ve completely finished I scrunch a few more times. 

Voila—5 minute hair!   celebrity-beach-wavesIf I’m in a rush, I’ll usually stop here but if not, I can take a little more time and make softer waves with a curling iron or a wave iron. This makes a dressy ’do a lot easier. (Like Kate Hudson and Jessica Beil!) It’s such a beautiful style that looks completely effortless and almost is!

One of the best things, it does exactly what it says: “Marine waters create surf-sexy texture, and sea kelp hydrates and blocks moisture loss for sexy, tousled waves, anytime and anywhere. UV shield helps prevent fading.” [Frederic Fekkai]

Beach waves can also be used before/after the pool.  Helps make a cute hairstyle after getting wet in the pool! And the UV protection makes NO DYE JULY just a little bit easier.

While it’s not the cheapest at $23.00, I’ll probably get 2 summers out of it which makes it worth it! I don’t think I could survive my horrible hair days without this little summer beauty secret. 

What’s your Summer Beauty Secret?

 PHOTO SOURCES: 

Celebrity Waves: http://dailycookie.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/celebrity-beach-waves.jpg

Ulta:http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2206645&productId=xlsImpprod1251312&navAction=push&navCount=0&categoryId=&title=Limited+Edition+Marine+Summer+Hair+%2B+Aquanutrients+Beach+Waves

More on Fekkai’s Beach Waves: http://www.fekkai.com/products/marine-hair/beach-waves

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Month Long Mission: No Dye July

Posted by Michelle July 7, 2010

Last year, I did a month long feature called No Buy July! Do you remember?  I attempted to not buy anything fashion and beauty related for an entire month.  I fell off the wagon once or twice but it wasn’t a total waste of a mission.

Well this year, even though its 7 days into the month, I’ve decided to start a new month long project! 

Welcome to

NO DYE JULY

Ask yourself, how long has it been since you dyed/highlighted your hair?  Mine happened to be about 2 weeks ago (before my wedding reception).  

Ask yourself another question, what is your natural hair color?  I think mine is a dark blonde/light brown color?  From when my roots grow, its pretty icky, but I wonder what it looks like all grown out.

 If you’re like me, you’ve gotten caught up in the world of chemically altering your hair, whether through chemical straightening, dyeing or highlighting.  Every few months, I have to do something with my hair to cover up my roots and it’s a never ending cycle. 

no dye july I feel like I’ve gotten sucked in and can’t get out.  Well now I want to stop!! I watched a bestie of mine grow out her highlight/dye and end up with gorgeous healthy hair that was shiny and full.  I want this!! I’ve attempted this before, but it didn’t last.  Now, I’m determined to make it work! But, I’m going to need your help!  You can join me in my challenge, or even just encourage! 

 No Dye July rules:

1)     Do not put any kind of chemical treatment on your hair that alters its color. (Dye, highlight, bleach, etc.)

2)     Encourage others to resist the temptation of dye!

3)     Use color safe shampoos to keep the current color and enhance the natural color!

4)     Find out your natural hair color!!

 My own personal goal is to grow out my color. For July I don’t plan to take dye to my hair, but after it grows out so long there will be a definite line of where the dye and natural hair are. Right now my hair is a sandy blonde color but considerably shades lighter than my natural color.   Thus, my plan is to dye from the noticeable line down in a shade that is as close to my natural color as possible.  We’ll talk about this more in-depth later. 

 So what do you say?  Are you in for No Dye July?  You’ve already made it a week!

 If you want to be included in this challenge, email me at fierce_glamour@yahoo.com with your name.  I will be making a list of all who join!  Hopefully we can keep each other on track!

 Michelle, Fierce Glamour Blog

www.thefierceglamourblog.com

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Twitter: www.twitter.com/fierceglamour

 For more on last year’s No Buy July challenge, visit here!

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Quick Style Guide: Staying Beautiful in the Heat

Posted by Michelle June 15, 2010

Oh, its been to long since the last quick style guide! And you know how I love them so!  It’s summer ya’ll! And in Texas that means 85 degrees by 9:00am.  It’s hot, its sticky, its hard to stay beautiful!  So of course I’ve got some fabulous things to offer to help stay looking hot all day long!

surfspraysHair: Its difficult to have cute hair in the summer. 

My first reaction to overheating is to pull my hair up into a ponytail and off my neck.  Pony tails don’t have to be boring though!  Position is everything.  Play with it! Try high on your head, try a straightened pony in the middle, or a low natural wave pony behind your ear (this is what I’m sporting today, I let my hair airdry overnight)

 But there are some days I love to wear my hair down, you say?  Me too! So go for an easy style!  Easy, Beach Waves! Instead of slaving over a curling iron during the morning, try some wave spray!  My absolute favorite is Garnier Fructise Wonder Waves Spray! It helped create this look and this one. But I’m also ready to try some new products, inspired by this Style.com article—Surf Sprays!  I’m going on the hunt for the Frédéric Fekkai Beach Waves later!  Welcome to your new summer hair!

 

Makeup: Who wants cakey foundation and creasing eye make up?! No one!

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So when possible go without!  Put on the minimum you can stand….for me I need eyeliner/mascara/lip balm!  If you know you’re going to be near water or outside all day, chose something waterproof.  My Faves: Rimmel Exaggerate Waterproof Eye Definer in Sable and Maybelline The Colossal Volum’ Express Waterproof Mascara 

Switch foundation/base whatever you wanna call it! Try something lighter.  Since my wedding I’ve been using Benefit Some Kind of Gorgeous (Foundation Faker).  Its a lot lighter than other foundation and perfect for summer. Definitely give it a try!  Have someone at Ulta help you!

 

 

Body:  It seems no matter what the season my skin is dry dry dry.  Summer is awful be cause lotion and high temps don’t mix well.lovemycouturesamples

 So try a light lotion, like some of Nivea’s options!  I use something that protects my tan. I apply it after I shower at night, Love My Couture Tan Extender.  It actually works and is not greasy when I’m outside.

 

So there ya go! A few ways to stay beautiful (easily) in the summer heat!

 

Style.com Article: http://www.style.com/beauty/beautycounter/2010/06/salt-of-the-earth-eight-surf-sprays-to-get-you-through-the-summer/

Style.com Picture:  http://www.style.com/beauty/beautycounter/2010/06/salt-of-the-earth-eight-surf-sprays-to-get-you-through-the-summer/

Benefit Foundation: http://img-arch.pconline.com.cn/images/pclady/cosme/product/z4/200905111952256711_s3.jpg

Love My Couture: http://www.devotedcreations.com/

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Love my Links: lipstick and spring

Posted by Michelle March 17, 2010

Loves, its exactly one month till my wedding and my time is split between work, wedding planning ,thank you notes, and everything in between.  I will be stretched a little thin and might not do as much posting as normal during the next month but don’t give up on me. You’ll at least get something once a week!  Today, I couldn’t help posting more articles that are inspiring me..

LOVE MY LINKS:

lipstickStyle.com: Lipsticks Spring Forward

Stylecaster.com: Vintage Shopping Tips and Tricks to Help You Get the Most Out of Your Thrifting Excursion

Fierce Beauty and Fashion: Happy St. Patrick’s Day! How Are You Rocking Your Green?

Total Beauty: 10 Best Travel-Friendly Beauty Products (For Your Spring Break or Blah Business Trip)

Wedding Channel:Celebrity Fashion: Hilary Duff’s Wedding Style

 HAPPY ST. PATRICKS DAY!

Photo Source: http://www.style.com/beauty/beautycounter/2010/03/lipsticks-spring-forward/

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Love my Links! New Feature!

Posted by Michelle March 12, 2010

Ok, like everyone else on the planet, I’m influenced alot by what I read.  Lots of articles and pictures floating around on the internet inspire me to : write a post, try a trend, style in a different way.  So I’m gonna start sharing those inspirations with YOU!  Say hello to a new feature:

Love my Links!

Watch every few days, every week, or whenever I feel inspired for a post full of links that I’m obsessesed with! Look for the Love My Links tag!

Lauren ConradHere’s this weeks links:

  1. EXCLUSIVE: Lauren Conrad Names Her Dos And Don’ts For Getting Dressed This Spring (Glamour)
  2. How to Create the Perfect Cat Eye (StyleCaster)
  4. How to Wear the Mixed Prints Trend Like a Pro (StyleCaster)

 

Keep on the look out for our new feature!!

What do you think of the new feature? Would you want me to add a page to the site where I”ll combine them for easy access?

 

Photo Source:http://www.glamour.com/fashion/blogs/slaves-to-fashion/2010/03/exclusive-lauren-conrad-names.html

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Christmas Honesty

Posted by Michelle December 9, 2009

The shopping season is in full swing as people rush to find the perfect gifts, and hope to receive the perfect gift.  TV Commercials are ripe with deals and sales. My favorites has been the Target ads, with the little girl who confesses all her bad behavior when she thinks her parents spent too much and her utter shock, when they reveal they haven’t. 

 In that spirit, here’s a little of my Christmas honesty: I’ve done most of my woman-with-giftshopping but still have a few people that are just difficult to buy for.  And I fear that I’m becoming a difficult person on other people’s lists. 

 The Reason: I don’t ask for clothes, shoes, purses, etc. from others because I’m so damn picky.  Last year, I wanted a pair of black boots from BF.  I wouldn’t let him pick them out, nor did he want to because he knew I would be so particular.  Of course, I knew the whole time what I was getting but I was ok with that because I knew they were perfect.  (After all, I did pick them out!) 

 This isn’t to say I’m not grateful!! No one has to give a gift and just the thought alone is meaningful. But I would never intentionally ask for anything fashion related because I am so picky and would never want someone to think I didn’t like their gift.  I don’t like hurting people’s feelings! *frown*  When people do give me those things, I usually end up loving them (example: My aunt got me a cardigan last year that has be come one of my go-to cardis this year!) But I would rather not even take the risk of (a) not liking it [me being picky!] or (b) disappointing someone.

So, I’ll stick to asking for movies, music, and tech gifts instead, which I know I’ll love! That way no one has to be shocked when opening gifts.

Do you have a Christmas confession? Spill away dears! 

 Oh, and in case you haven’t seen it here’s the hilarious Christmas morning confession Target ad!

 

Or watch it on Youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8QUBs3NSsc

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5 Thankful Thoughts About Your Body Image

Posted by Michelle November 24, 2009

Thanksgiving is just a few days away loves.  And now is the time to name what we are thankful for!  I have plenty to be thankful for,  and I’m not gonna bore you with all, but I will share with you 5 things. 

But first, let’s face it! American women have horrible body image’s!  Unless you’re a Victoria Secret model, you don’t think you’re perfect.  9 times out of 10 that I look in a mirror, I think something negative about myself.  Someone gives me a compliment, including my mom and boyfriend, and I roll my eyes, shake my head, or respond with a negative comment.  I know I’m not alone.   Every girl I know thinks she could lose a couple pounds, get that nose fixed, dye that hair, and more.  Here’s the reality.  Every woman/girl is beautiful.  There is something pretty abouty you!  You just ignore it or don’t even know it.  So the rest of this week, I’m ditching the negative thoughts and self-degrading comments! I  will be thankful for what I am on the outside.  I challenge you to do the same! 

5 Thankful Thoughts on My Body Image

fall_beauty_smaller5.  I am thankful for my toned calves.  Which I didn’t even realize I had till my boyfriend mentioned it.  I guess wearing heels 4 out of 7 days a week, does more than just make me feel tall.

4.  I am thankful that when I change out of my oversize PJ’s in the morning, I feel skinny in my clothes for the day.  Stupid mind trick that works!

3.  I am thankul for my brown/slightly discolored eyes.  Because growing up, I wanted baby blues , and now I appreciate that my eyes make me unique.

2.  I am thankful for my freckles.  I have them on the bridge of my nose, on my elbows, and on my knees.  I used to do everything I could to hide them, now I think they are kinda cute.

1.  I am thankful for my body shape…waist, hips, etc.  Its not perfect, and I can’t really change it, (my hip bones aren’t gonna shrink!)  But learning to dress for my shape and accentuate the positive makes dressing fun again!

There are my 5 things that I am thankful for about myself. 

What do you like about yourself?  Leave me a comment with your 5 Thankful Thoughts on Your Body Image!

Photo Credit: http://chickspeak.com/wp-content/uploads/fall_beauty_smaller.jpg

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Its Here, Fierce Glamour’s new home!!

Posted by Michelle November 13, 2009
fireworks1Hip, Hip, Hooray! Fierce Glamour Blog has a new home!! We have our own web address, with pages and pictures and whatever we like!
Its our new home! We hope you like it! Its still not quite all the way done, but from now on, you can find us there. All the old posts are there too! But I will no longer be posting new stuff to blogger.
Thanks Blogger for being the first platform for us, now its time to continue to grow!
We hope you like the change, I know I love it! Help us grow by recommending us to your friends!
Let me know what you think and what else you’d like to see!!

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Honey, you might wanna change those pants….

Posted by Michelle November 7, 2009

0414-jennifer-love-sweats_faI’m a partial homebody! As much as I love to dress up, the second I get home, the fanciness comes off. T-shirts and yoga pants are all I’m worried about. This is good and bad, since it usually means I don’t want to change if I have to run and get something. And this was my problem the other evening… After getting home from work, I realized that I needed to go pick up a few supplies for a project at the local Hobby Lobby. I was already changed into “comfy clothes” and seriously debated not changing. Sometimes its just not worth it. But I threw on a pair of jeans, cute flats and left. Boy, I was glad I did.

Always, always, always, I run into someone I know. This time it was my BF’s roommate, his girlfriend and his other friend who I hadn’t seen in a long time. We spoke and as I walked off, I was thankful I changed and looked more put together! When I wear comfy clothes, I manage to see people that I want to make an impression on and don’t, ex-boyfriends, long lost friends, old teachers, etc…

Its not like I care what these people say about me when I walk away, its how I feel about myself when I walk away. I’d rather not feel bad about myself but think, “It was good to see ..” It would be nice if someone could tell me “You might wanna rethink those pants, shirt or whatever before you walk out that door!” I’m not saying that you have to always be dressed to the nines. But you might wanna think about who you might run into and how you’ll feel before you run out the door wearing that hole-y t-shirt and worn out pants…….

 

I know I will.

 

Photo Source [http://www.glamour.com/fashion/blogs/slaves-to-fashion/2009/04/sweatpants-in-public-would-you.html]

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Makeup wonderings

Posted by Michelle October 14, 2009

I go on tangents a lot, usually because I’ve just had a number of experiences with whatever I’m talking about. Well, today it is about makeup.

  • ULTA is opening soon! —As you know, we are finally getting an ULTA in Tyler. Yay! I’m patiently waiting for it to open, and drive by every once in a while to check on its progress. (Lame! I know.) It is going to open soon! My prediction is in November, just in time for Holiday shopping! If you want to work there (who wouldn’t want a discount?), apply here!
  • Cleaning out your make up drawer is a fresh new look on your makeup!—I’ve been redecorating my bathroom, which some how means switching around drawers and products. Anyway, this led me to cleaning and moving my makeup drawer. I wear mineral powder makeup, which gets all over and I have more palette eye shadows that break for no reason, all leaving my makeup drawer pretty dirty. So I got out the Lysol and went to cleaning last night. In the process, I cleaned out my makeup, throwing away expired, broken, and empty products! Now my drawer is clean and sparkly. I’m looking forward to putting on my own makeup again after seeing what I actually have. Here’s what it looks like all clean!
  • Nice Customer Service is wonderful! —So this isn’t so much to do with makeup as customer service, but it started with makeup! I’m am absolute lover of Bare Minerals make up (proud wearer for 1 ½ years! Woo-hoo!) So when I got a coupon in Glamour last month, I went ahead and ordered my base. Well it came yesterday and of course my luck. I was one shade off when I ordered and got a light color than normal. So I called their hotline to see about returns. The automated menu offered to speak to a “Beauty assistant”. My first thought was, “Stupid”, then “Why not?! What could it hurt?” I talked for about 7 minutes to an assistant, regardless of the conversation; she was nice, polite, and very helpful! She definitely helped me in my makeup questions. It is just refreshing to have a positive customer service experience. Just another reason to love my Bare Minerals!

Ok, I’m done with my musings about makeup. What are yours? Are you excited about ULTA??? When was the last time you cleaned/cleaned out your makeup drawer?

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Eye Makeup Randomness

My Makeup Products

Eyelash Beauty-Would you go this far?

Eyelashes-Dyed?

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