Sephora Favorite Lashstash Mascara Sampler

I'm a huge fan of Maybelline Lash Stiletto and MAC Dazzle Lash Mascara, but I always like to try something new. That's why I was so excited to see the latest release of Sephora's one-of-a-kind boxed kits, Lashstash Mascara Sampler.

This eye-batting arsenal packs 11 of Sephora's most wanted mascaras, each of which brings out your flutter's most arresting features.

($96 value for $39)
www.sephora.com


The kit includes:

- 0.1 oz Anastasia Lash Lifting Mascara
- 0.1 oz Tarte Lights Camera Lashes
- 0.1 oz Sephora Atomic Volume Mascara
- 0.24 oz Stila Multi Effect Mascara
- 0.14 oz Benefit Bad Gal Mini
- 0.2 oz Bare Escentuals Buxom Lash
- 0.13 oz Too Faced Mini Lash Injection Pin Point
- 0.12 oz Smashbox Bionic
- 0.07 oz Lancome Cils Booster
- 0.085 oz DuWop Lash Venom
- 0.14 oz Korres Provitamin B5 and Rice Bran Mascara

SUMO Savings with MAC

I'm always looking for ways to help my readers save money on beauty products, so when I came across this savings from MAC, I had to share.
Simply use the discount code SAVE25 at checkout at www.maccosmetics.com and save 25% until June 18th.

Waxing: Prep and After Care

Body waxing has increased in popularity in recent years. With bathing suit season in full swing, women are turning to waxing to clean the bikini line and other areas.
Many people who have never been waxed are extremely reluctant. While waxing isn't completely pain-free, there are ways to prepare yourself before going in.

Preparing for your appointment

1) Hair must be 1/4''-1/2'' long, or at least 3 weeks of growth. If your hair is too short the wax cannot grip the hair to pull it out. If your hair is too long, the hair will break and the service will be less comfortable. It is a good idea to shave three weeks before your appointment or trim your hair just prior to your appointment.

2) Depending on your tolerance for pain, it may be a good idea to take ibuprofen or use a numbing cream, like No Scream Cream.

3) In he days prior to your wax, prep the area to be waxed by exfoliating using a loofah or exfoliating glove and/or an exfoliating body wash. Exfoliating will open your hair follicles for hair removal.

After Care

1) I always tell my my clients to exfoliate after waxing to help prevent ingrown hairs. I recommend waiting at least 48 hours.

2) Exfoliation in conjunction with razor/hair bump solution will help to reduce/prevent ingrown hairs. In a previous post I featured MiN New York Razor Bump Treatment. I have used Tend Skin for years, but I just purchased Skin Tight Ladies Razor Bump Solution.

3) Avoid tight clothes, sun, chlorine, steam, hot water, deodorant and scrubs for about 12 hours after waxing. Some redness, small spots or bumps are normal but should subside in a few hours.

I swear by waxing and wouldn't have it any other way, from legs to underarms to bikini, it's coming off and I always love the results.

Is Skin Cancer Color Blind?

I'm packing my bags to head off to sunny South Beach, Miami.
Shades, check; Swimsuit, check; Sunscreen, CHECK!

Since skin cancer is the most common of all cancers, I make sure to use sunscreen/spf infused products liberally. Studies show that daily use of sunscreens can reduce your chances of developing some forms of skin cancer.
A few years ago, I noticed some discoloration and change in shape in a mole on my side. Since I learned about the various types of skin cancer in esthetics school, I was a bit worried. I had a biopsy and thank heavens, everything came back ok. But ever since, I make sure I protect my skin.

True or False: Fair skinned-people are the only ones subject to skin cancer resulting from damage from the sun?
False. Darker skin contains more melanin which is a natural skin protector factor (SPF) that helps keep the skin from burning. However, it only means that someone with a darker skin tone filters twice as much as someone with paler skin. It also means that the signs of skin cancer are harder to detect (irregularities in moles, abnomal growths on skin, etc.).
Skin cancer is a highly preventable disease, so why not do what you can to prevent it?
Regardless how light (or dark) your skin is, I urge you to use spf products regularly.

Please take a moment to read about signs and symptoms, etc and read this story Skin Cancer is Colorblind

When selecting a sunscreen, look for products with an SPF 15 or greater that blocks both UVA and UVB rays.