Manifest Beauty.
Beauty Marked!’s musings in beauty all stem from the singular premise: We are ALL beautiful. Each and every one of us possesses an infinite beauty which is boundless. Sadly though, it seems that there is an unwillingness to fully embrace our beautiful selves beyond a cursory acknowledgment of inner beauty only. Apart from that concession, there appears to be a collective sense of uncomfortableness when it comes to naturally moving forward in that belief to endorse one’s inner beauty’s rightful journey outward. Herein lies the rub. If only for today, let’s ardently take on the mission to value ourselves through the heartfelt acknowledgment and outward expression of our inner beauty. The outcome of this beautiful mission will be that the beauty and light we generously share will not only bring joy, empowerment, and inspiration to others, but to ourselves. A gorgeous Win-Win situation! Who knows?…*fingers crossed* this bit of inspired resplendence might also be something for tomorrow, as well as the next day and the next…
-BM! xx
The Linger Factor.
No, no, not The Eiger Sanction. Nor does this post include Hemlock, awesome mountain climbing sequences, retired hit men, nor albino dragons for that matter. Admittedly though, one could draw some freakish parallels, but thankfully, this post is all about making your favourite fragrance linger on. So many great scents, so little linger. Has that been your experience of late? Well, here’s a few tips that might just up the Linger Factor of your chosen fragrance du jour:
-Layer. Layer. Layer. So nice we had to say it trice. Themed layering of your favourite fragrance will absolutely give you scentsational length. Showering with perfumed shower gel, moisturize in the same scented lotion and follow up with several strategic spritzes of the hero perfume and the Linger Factor will improve exponentially.
- Strategic positioning of your fragrance will certainly up the ante as well. Place your perfume in areas that will maintain a little gentle friction and warmth to continually and coquettishly refresh your fragrance. Place a small spray of perfume on the fold of your inner elbows, at your cleavage, on your neck just below your chin, and…of course, behind your knees. Your body’s warmth will release subtle ethereal wafts throughout the day which are just pure pleasure.
-Wear oil based scents for ravishing redolence. Where the alcohol in most fragrances tends to evaporate within minutes of applying the perfume taking a fair bit of the scent with it, oil based fragrances will stick around a bit better. Perfumed oils are especially stellar if they’re comprised of gorgeous naturally based, high calibre carrier and essential oils.
Don’t forget too, that many times, our fragrance is still wafting about, but we just can’t smell it. After a while, one gets desensitized to a particular smell if we wear it often. Our noses just don’t seem to notice it after a bit. So it doesn’t necessarily mean that our perfume has given up the ghost or is lacking in The Linger Factor, if we can’t smell it continually throughout the day. It’s more than likely still there, but our nose has moved on to other things, as fickle as noses can be. Resist the temptation to pack it on, because you’ll, more than likely, be treading in the realm of the ‘Over Perfumer’- a place you don’t want to go. When it comes to over perfuming, don’t be like Clint in The Eiger Sanction, but resist the temptation to do that last ‘hit’. Kapow! Enough said.
Pondered Perfection.
Beautiful thoughts lead to beautiful outcomes. -Doreen Virtue, Ph.D
Mattene: Modernized Vintage Matte.
M.A.C has outdone itself, yet again! M.A.C.’s Mattene Collection is M.A.C.’s smooth new take on the matte textured lip that made M.A.C. famous. Mattene lipstick is pure freshly formulated genius. Mattene’s beautifully seamless semi-matte lip is owed to its distinct combination of waxes and silicones, which leaves your lips feeling silky and looking gorgeously matte. Mattene blends the velvety look of semi-matte with unprecedented moisturizing emolliency of a creamier, glide-on lipcolour in its slim, supported case. Mattene lipsticks are super comfy and exceedingly long-wearing. Again, much like its shadowy sisters in Matte2, Mattene lipsticks are certainly not short on pigmented punch. Diehard M.A.C. fans will think of Mattene as vintage matte yet slicker, modernized and infinitely more wearable.
Mattene Lipstick:
Poise Clean yellow pink (semi-matte)
Composure Neutral bronze plum (semi-matte)
Flattering Beige pink (semi-matte)
Orange Dare Bright yellow orange (semi-matte)
Café Matte Rich caramel (semi-matte)
Seriously Rich Bright pink red (semi-matte)
Night Violet Deep purple grape (semi-matte)
Immodest Bright magenta (semi-matte)
40’s Pink Neutral mid-tone dirty pink
All Grown Up Deep chocolate brown
Tango Dirty coral
You Say Tomato Tomato red
Classic Dame Blood red
Rapturous Deep red berry
Powersuit Vibrant clean yellow pink
Rougette Wine berry
M.A.C. Mattene is online and on counter from October 08, 2007.
Versace Bright Crystal.
The bottle alone is probably enough to start the head over heals process. Bright Crystal is the divine new fragrance from Versace. Versace’s Bright Crystal ETD is beyond luxe with its luminous glass, transparent lines and elegantly faceted crystal cap that is shaped like a bright diamond. The fragrance is enthralling, voluptuous and evokes a sensual femininity that is beautifully self-expressed. Bright Crystal by Versace will, no doubt, call to those who love to be glamorously enveloped in the top notes of succulent pomegranate grains and the delectable Japanese citrus fruit, yuzu, and middle notes of magnolia, peony, and lotus flower. The base notes of Versace’s Bright Crystal gorgeously embrace the most sensual and enticing presence of plant amber, exotic acajou, and musk. Bright Crystal by Versace is simply flawless!
Having A Great Dental Health Week?
I know…another year flying by, as we are in the midst of Dental Health Week yet again! Where does the time go? As you know, Dental Health Week kicked off on the 30th of July and goes until August 03. I like to think of this week as an opportunity to review our dental products, routine and to ensure our oral health is on par with the beautifFULL lifestyle that we lead. So how about it? Pick up a new toothbrush, make sure you’ve got plenty of dental floss (and are flossing…yes, I’m on to you.), and quit putting off that visit to the dentist for your annual checkup. It’s worth it, just like you are. After all, what better beauty accessory than a brilliant smile?
The Bouf Stops Here.
Or…well…maybe starts here, depending on what floats your flip. Whatever hairstyle your hankering for, you most certainly won’t want to be without a quality hairspray in your holdings. Sebastian Professional Shaper Plus is the one to bouf, I mean beat. Sebastian Professional Shaper Plus Hairspray delivers true, touchable, extra-hold, humidity resistant control. No self respecting Countess of Coif worth her salt would ever consider being without a trusted can of hairspray for her tresses. Sebastian Professional Shaper Plus is just the iconic styling tool you’re after. What you’ll get when using Sebastian Professional Shaper Plus Hairspray is hair with added body, steadfast direction and immaculate lift and hold. Not to mention the quick drying Shaper Plus is simply legendary when it comes to medium and heavier textured hair, allowing it to maintain the same long-lasting loft as those with feather-weight locks without being sticky in the least. Not bad, ay?
Ooh, fancy a little bit of Hollywood goss? Well, according to Beauty Marked!’s Hollywood sources:
Sebastian Professional Shaper Plus Hairspray, along with is little sister, Shaper Hairspray, star as “Ultra Clutch” in the film release of “HAIRSPRAY!”
Embracing their Hollywood roots like never before, Sebastian Professional’s Shaper and Shaper Plus brands are preparing for their big screen debut in the New Line Cinema’s & Roadshow Film’s September 2007 remake of the cult classic, “HAIRSPRAY!” As the official hairspray of “HAIRSPRAY!”, Sebastian Professional Shaper and Shaper Plus will perform behind the scenes and front-and-centre to capture the film’s classic style.
For further information, log onto www.sebastianinspires.com/hollywood for more. What a hoot!
