Posts with tag eyelash

B. Kamins, a spa line that specializes in fusing the benefits of both clinical skincare with over the counter brands, has just released a product that will knock your socks off. Or at the very least make your eyelashes grow long and luxurious.

Did you know that most makeup tips try to work the eye into an almond shape? It's true. The shape is considered the most flattering and extremely exotic. However, the tips often don't take into consideration those with deep set, wide set, small eyes, round eyes, or heavily hooded eyes. And if you wear glasses? Puh-lease, you'll never find info for that! Except for here that is.

Over the last decade that we've been wearing makeup (yeah we had one of those dad's that forbid it until we were 16... laaaaame), we have probably tested every single mascara available at our local drugstore – no kidding. We had a great time testing over the years, particularly during a brief period of CVS employment that was strictly for the cosmetic discount. It was basically a crazed 2 month makeup rampage... ahhh the memories.

So after all of this time, we are pleased to share our findings with you.

As women, we want our mascara to be a macho man -- thick, long, long-lasting, conditioning and waterproof. Okay, maybe that was the wrong metaphor but regardless, we expect a lot out of our mascara but we might not be doing our part in meeting our partner half way.

Here are a few helpful hints to get the best show out of your favorite mascara.

I'm beginning to think I should buy stock in Maybelline Great Lash Mascara. Being a natural blonde has some perks, but they don't include lush, dark lashes; and, unless the no-eyelashes look becomes all the rage, I am going to have to keep buying mascara.

Or am I? More and more women are turning to permanent makeup for the look, convenience, and ease the procedure supposedly provides. I'll admit, the thought of a) having tattoo needles on my face, and b) wearing the same makeup style for the rest of my life has always made me grimace. But upon further investigation, permanent makeup might not be all bad.

Many women have extremely sensitive skin, and are not able to wear much, if any, makeup on a regular basis. Other women suffer from shaky hands or nearsightedness, and are unable to apply makeup satisfactorily. Still others (like myself) have very blonde eyelashes and/or eyebrows and might benefit from a permanent dye-job.

There are risks, including sterility concerns and potentially dangerous color additives. But all in all, the procedure seems to be gaining speed.

What do you think? Would permanent makeup improve your beauty routine?