The Benefit to great Brows!

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Turning your brows to wows! This is an entire post dedicated to one incredible brow bar!

So not like me but I have had such a wonder experience here that I feel I must share this with you all!!

Before and After pictures, Price list, services details and a little about the amazing lady running this super brow bar.

Let me begin by telling you a little about the lady who looks after this incredible brow bar, Ash has 10+years experience within the beauty industry, she studied in Pembroke College Limerick and spent the last 5 years managing Aleisha Jane Beauty, a brow boutique in Sydney which  featured in Vogue and Grazia. Aleisha Jane Beauty is  one of the most successful salons in Sydney and with Ash managing it is no surprise.. They were named as one of the Top 5 Brow Tamers in Sydney 2014 by Urban List, Pop in for a chat with Ash as she is a fountain of beauty knowledge and will give you honest yet great advise.

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So lets tell you about this full service

First step is brow mapping, this is individualise to each person as no two brows are the same. Brow mapping consists of measuring 3 points; the start point of the brow slims the nose and brings the eyes closer together, the 2nd is the arch point which opens up the eyes and the end point compliments the overall brow and heightens the cheekbones. Ais insists that tinting is a must for everyone as it fills in gapping in the brows, gives a smooth defined finish, and you use less product when filling in the brows so it looks less false. it’s like ‘waking up with make -up’.

An azulene oil is used to protect and soothe the skin before the wax is applied, the oil prevents the wax from adhering to the skin so that the wax forms around the hair meaning less sensitivity, redness and no pulling of the skin – high quality creme wax used – Benefit own brand – while Ash was performing the treatment she applied ‘It’s Potent Eye Cream’ as an Intensive Mask – combats fine lines, dark circles and puffiness leaving your eyes hydrated and fresh for the day ahead – Acoolala (Aloe Vera Gel) applied after to soothe the skin, I have a little pot of this wonderful stuff and I will be back for more.

Once you’re finished the girls conceal any redness (to be fair I had none!), style the brow with the famous Browzing a wax and powder compact used to style the brow and touch up your make up so you’re ‘catwalk ready’ Recommended for at home use , Browzing is the number one brow product (a wax and powder combo) used to create that perfect defined brow , they also have Gimme Brow a brow mascara great for in between your tinting to add a little colour and ideal for a modern day busy woman.

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I am so please with the results and after years of getting my brows done I can honestly say these are the best yet! Ash tells me that to get they ‘perfect’ she will train my brows over the next 9-10 months but after the first time I am so impressed that I can honestly say I would not let anyone else touch my brows.

Thank you for reading you FABULOUS people

❤ Clare with the Hair ❤

Beauty Tips & Tricks

So I am always being asked for Beauty Tips and Tricks so today I am going to share a few with you and over the days, weeks and months ahead we will add to this

• Lemon juice, honey, milk, tomatoes, cucumbers are natural bleaches that improve complexion by removing dark spots and discolourations
• Did you know that you can use the inside of a banana peel to whiten your teeth? Rub the inside layer on teeth then wipe off.
• If you are unhappy with a hair conditioner and might be tempted to bin it, Don’t ..  it will still make a great “shaving cream” for your legs in the shower.
• Having the right shaped brows can take years off of your appearance. Think full brows not bushy, but be careful of the “over-plucked” look too.
•  If after plucking or waxing your eyebrows, you can use wet tea bags as this will soothe the skin around your brows.
• Get your beauty sleep. Sleep deprivation and stress can cause hormonal changes that make your body more susceptible to breakouts.
• Avoid hair loss! Do not use very hot water to wash hair and avoid using a hair dryer or any heat if possible! Do not brush hair until it has dried or use a very good de tangling brush.
• If Blackheads are your problem then to loosen and cleanse the blackheads, make a paste of oatmeal, honey and an egg white. Apply all over your face, massage for 10 minutes and then Rinse.
• It is important to look after your skin, as it is your largest organ. Drink lots of water, body brush and  Take care of it ladies! It will thank you years later.

Thank you for reading you FABULOUS people

❤ Claire with the Hair ❤

Today is the day that the first beauty bar opened in store at Penneys

This morning the first beauty bar opened in store at Penneys’ flagship store on Mary St., Dublin and we have the price list and services available just for you , you want fabulous nail but you can’t afford some salon prices, you want drama on those lashes but again the salon price tag is just not working with you beauty budget. Well everyone favourite fashion and accessories outlet Penney’s has the answer for you, in the form of their all new Beauty Bar’s 🙂 ❤  ❤

This is the latest exciting move for the Irish fast fashion retail giant, and other stores across Ireland and the UK set to follow suit in the coming months.

Love Beauty by Monika Mohindra is a Brow & Nail Studio set to offer savvy shoppers a cost-conscious alternative when opting for a beauty treat.

The menu includes professional brow shaping, threading and tinting services, luxury and mini manicures, lash extensions and “innovative, quirky and on trend services”.

An industry authority, Monika has set high standards across Shavata’s Studios (Shavata’s Brow kit featured in my Top 3 Beauty Must haves) in her role overseeing Training and Retail operations for the past fifteen years. Now her skill and extensive knowledge will inspire the next generation of beauty obsessives. “This is why Penneys felt like the right place to launch,” she says. “Both our brands offer style and unparalleled value to women who desire accessible expertise.”

 So now even the keenest beauty budget person can have FABULOUS nails and lashes and brows .

Thank you reading you FABULOUS people

❤ Claire with the Hair ❤

Shiny , Glossy, Fabulous Hair Made Easy

So you want hair that shines? you want hair that feels super soft? you want hair that look as good as it feels? well then you need to read on to our Easy ways to get shiny hair tips.

. 1. Say yes to hair serum.
Shine serums are available that have been specially formulated to give frizzy or unruly hair a sleek sheen. Find some great options at your pharmacy, beauty supply store, or hair salon. These serum’s moisturize your hair with a light concentration of oils or silicone. To apply, “use a pea-sized amount to start,” you can always add more but you can not take away if you add too much. “Start at the bottom of your hair and work your way up, rubbing it into wet hair with your hands.” It’s important not to use too much serum, because it can weigh hair down, but if you feel you need more moisture, go ahead and add a bit more.

  2. Eat nutritious foods.
I recommend getting your daily recommended allowances of vitamins A and E for shiny, healthy hair. Also, be sure you’re eating plenty of protein, which promotes hair growth. “Eggs and nuts are excellent sources of protein,” What you put into your body really does affect how your hair and skin looks

Less is more with your hair, less product, less heat, less color. 

3. Avoid harsh chemicals.
Shiny hair is healthy hair – so don’t abuse it! Limit your hair’s exposure to harsh chemicals, like the chlorine in pools, and lye-based hair-relaxing creams. Use heat-styling as infrequently as you can get away with, and avoid products that contain alcohol, which can dry out your hair and strip its shine. Sounds simple but of your hair is in distress you will have to be very patient with it while you await the new hair growth that you will not expose to the drying elements.

4. Hydrate your body.
Just like the food you eat, Drinking plenty of water will ensure that your hair is properly moisturized from the inside out. About eight glasses a day is ideal. Keep a bottle by your side and sip from it often. Once you begin drinking 8+ glasses a day you will never look back, this helps your skin, hair and makes the whites of your eyes really bright.

5, Hair Rinse
Mix two tablespoons apple cider vinegar with one cup water, and use to douse your hair after washing. Rinse thoroughly, and follow with a light conditioner. The acetic acid in apple cider vinegar will remove residue from product buildup and help you get shiny, lustrous locks. I have used this tip since I was about 11 years old and when I have taken a break from this tip I really see a difference.

I have a Blog post coming soon with many natural, affordable, home hair remedies. Keep an eye on this Blog for the updates.

Thank you for reading you FABULOUS people

❤ Clare with the Hair ❤

Winner No1 is.. ..

We have a winner  and the winner has selected PRIZE B which consists of SO…? Perfume, Ryan Sheridan CD & the bran new Beauty UK Define FX Mascara.

 Natasha Flanagan you are our winner 🙂 Congratulations and thank you for entering.

Winners 2 and 3 will be announced here shortly so still time for more to enter. Natasha please send me on your postal address and we will get these fabulous items out to you 🙂

Thank you for reading you FABULOUS people

❤ Clare with the Hair ❤

Do you or have you, ever suffer hair envy?

I came across some stunning hairstyles today and I just have to share them with you, nothing of serious content, just some pretty pictures. A Blog with pictures can be better than a 1,000 words sometime 🙂

Anyhow feast your eyes on these stunning styles and let me know your favorite in the comments below ❤

 

❤ Clare with the Hair ❤

Top 3 Beauty Must Haves

What are your top 3 beauty must haves? I was asked this very question today and it struck me that I rely on far more than three beauty products each day 🙂 This maybe a easy question to answer for most but for me it is really hard to narrow this down to just three!! 🙂 But with a twisted arm, I choose these 3. 🙂

My No1 has to be: Mascara and not just any old Mascara, but this FABULOUS black mascara from YSL, say hello to BabyDoll. I was given this to test about 4 months ago along with maybe 15 other brands of Mascara and this was my No1 out of them all, but Mascara is also the one thing I would take to a desert island with me, it is my No1 out of my top 3 beauty must haves.  This comes in 4 shades , Fetish Black , Audacious Blue, Indiscreet Purple and Wheedler Brown, this is priced at €32.50 and available from Brown Thomas stores nationwide. This delivers volume, length, drama and colour without feeling dry (in fact your lashes stay soft and not at all hard or brittle) It stays put until you decide to remove it (no panda eyes) your lashes are not just covered but they are also conditioned and as a contact lens wearer I can honestly say this is suitable for even the most sensitive of eyes. The unique application brush also means that every lash including the tiny ones get a coat of this fabulous Mascara. This is a serious Mascara that delivers in all the right ways and this will remain on my beauty shopping list for some time to come.

No 2 on my top 3 beauty must haves: goes to Brows, this is something I would not even like to take the bins out without having these done 🙂 and my top pick here goes to Shavata Brow Perfector, With 25 years in the beauty industry, Shavata Singh is the definitive go-to guru for grooming the most important feature on your face. Being the lynchpin to a polished visage, Shavata’s unique combination of threading, waxing and final tweaking with tweezers means she can produce the brow-to-wow look by creating the perfect arch to frame your face and at home you can create amazing brows with her Brow Prefector pallet,    The 3 crème shades glide on like a powder and covers the hairs as well as skin, these can also be blended to get the perfect shade for you. Ideal for filling in sparse brows or for helping camouflage tell-tale grey hairs. Apply with the soft brush for a smooth and natural finish. This is available from http://www.shavata.co.uk and is priced at £19.50, this roughly converts to a little under €25 depending on current exchange rates.

Last but not least we have my No 3 in my top 3 beauty must haves: This goes to a serious hero product, a product that can be your eye colour, you cheek colour and your lip colour, all in one cute little pot!! have you guessed what I might be talking about yet? well let me tell you what I am talking about 🙂 It is a fabulous product from the amazing people at Benefit and it is their Benetint, this is a brilliant item for any make up bag, regardless of age or  your make up style preference, this can slot into any beauty regime. This is priced at €34.50 and will last you until the best before date as a little really goes such a long way and the real tip to getting the best out of this is to go super easy on it, I always say, you can add easier than you can take away and with this that is very true .  You can buy this almost anywhere, Debenhams (who have 10% off all beauty at the moment) Brown Thomas stock this as do many other department stores nationwide.

So there you have my Top 3 Beauty Must Haves, the things I love to live with and have no plans to live without 🙂

What are your top 3 beauty must haves? can you narrow it to just 3? or have you just 1 item you can’t live without? let me know in the comments below.

Thank you for reading you Fabulous people

❤ Clare with the Hair ❤

The 4th Judge has just been Revealed for the new series of The Voice UK

The 4th series of The Voice Uk is to return with a bran new judge to replace the fabulous Kylie Minogue , Rita Ora is to join the team, became the only lady in the 4 judging panel made up of Will i am, the ledgend Sir Tom Jones and Kaiser chiefs front man Mr Ricky Wilson.

 

And if this tweet is anything to go by, the singer is pretty excited about joining The Voice Uk “So excited to be part of – and for my team to win – The Voice this series!” Rita tweeted

 The star is definitely happy about her new role, tweeting: Let’s have some fun will.i.am, Tom and Ricky! I’m really looking forward to the blind auditions – and spinning in my big red chair. EXCITED!!!!”

 

Will.i.am said: “Sir Tom Jones is our rock, Ricky is awesome and it’s our pleasure to welcome the very talented Rita Ora. Rita is sweet, spicy and sassy – she’s going to be a great addition to the Coaches team.”Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky added: Ricky Wilson said: “I enjoyed spending last winter with The Voice, it’s definitely fun to be part of a show with a spinning chair. I hope Rita likes it too… I’m sure the audience will love her.”

Sir Tom Jones is also looking forward to welcoming Rita to the Voice UK, saying: ”I’m really looking forward to coming back to The Voice for season four.

“Not only do I get to know and work with Rita, I can once again enjoy hearing and seeing the talent that comes from just about every corner of the UK.

“I respect and admire all those who have the guts and determination to get through each challenge that the show presents, so let’s see what happens in 2015!”

The new series will hit screens in January next year and after hearing this news, we can’t wait for it to start.

Thank you for reading you FABULOUS people

❤ Clare with the Hair ❤

Here we are, Week 3 of my Food and Activity diary

Wow Week 3: Already?! Time really does fly 🙂 Ok so we are still eating clean, moving more and sticking to the ‘One Big Change’

The week was some what more challenging than week one or week two, for a few reason’s but most of all because I had a party to attend on Saturday night and I had a trip to the Cinema over the weekend to see Noble. Last weeks ‘One Big Change’ involved the No crisps, candy, wine and so on, which was in abundance at the party and snacks are all over the place at the cinema.

So the party on Saturday night, there were snacks, nice things and alcohol everywhere and I did not touch any of it, I choose to not pick at anything as if I began I may not stop! and I stuck to drinking water with a lime wedge. Was this decision easy, well yes but sticking to it was not very easy but then I woke up Sunday very proud of myself for sticking with my plan and staying focused 🙂 I found people watching very interesting on Saturday night, It is not often I am in a room full of people who are all getting drunk and I am the one to remain sober and I found waking up, without the dreaded hangover on Sunday a real blessing 🙂  Sunday as I was bright eyed and not like the cat in the picture 🙂 I decided I would head off to the Cinema to see Nobel, this wold never have happened if I had been drinking on Saturday night but this trip came with the smell of popcorn (not allowed for another 10 days), bags of sweets and chocolate everywhere (again not allowed for the next 10 days) ((as per last weeks ‘One Big Change’) but I got through it, found it odd not struggling with the massive box of popcorn and slurping on the over size fizzy drink, but again proud that I got through this without feeling deprived or sorry for myself.

Have carried on with Spinning and Walking and this week I am going to attempt a new class (all in ext weeks update) 🙂 Finding I want to move more, if I don’t do some activity, I am thinking I should be. This is a great place for my mind to be 🙂

This week I have found many tasty, easy to do meals for me to do, there is lots of vegetables, meat, fish, still using Coconut oil to cook foods that require oil, still not eating any candy, cakes, white breads etc and this week I have included Chia Seeds as my ‘One Big Change’  these practically tasteless seeds have a wide range of benefits, some of which are:

1/ Lose Weight Without Starving : The Chia Seed is a dieter’s dream come true. The tiny, healthy seeds can be made to taste like whatever you want, and their gelling action keeps you feeling full for hours. Hunger is the main reason people fail in the weight loss attempts, Chia seeds will keep you feeling fuller for longer with no excess calorie intake.

2/Keeping balanced levels of blood sugar is important for both your health and your energy. Blood sugar may spike after meals, especially is you have eaten high-starchy foods or sweets. This can lead to ‘slumps’ in your day where you feel tired and lack energy. By balancing your blood sugar, you not only lower your risk for type 2 diabetes, you also ensure steady, constant energy throughout your day.

3/ Eating a portion of Chia Seeds each day adds a healthy omega-3 to your diet. Omega-3 oil is usually thought of as “that healthy oil in fish” , But, what if you don’t eat fish each day? then eat Chia as this is the richest plant-source of the health oil. By weight, chia contains more omega-3 than salmon. Omega-3 oil is important in heart and cholesterol health.

4/ Chia seeds will keep you more energized all day long, Don’t want to feel like you need a nap mid afternoon? then have some Chia, your energy levels also impact on the choices you make when deciding what to eat. Chia is one of nature’s highest plant-based sources of complete protein.The combination of complete protein, vitamins, minerals and blood-sugar balancing gel all work together to make sure you have steady, never jittery energy.

5/ Chia is age-defying in anti-oxidants. Anti-oxidants have always been in the news due to their super benefits. You know that blueberries and sereral exotic fruits have them, but did you know that chia is extremely high in anti-oxidants too? The anti-oxidants found in chia are the reason the seeds stay fresh for so long. Kept at room temperature your chia seeds will stay fresh and ready to eat for over 2 years and this is without a single chemical or preservative.

These are just some of the incredible benefits for eating Chis Seeds and this is why I have chosen these as this weeks ‘One Big Change’

This is a simple, after work, mid-week meal, It is some salad and chicken with a sprinkling of Chia goodness and a simple meat free egg salad with a small wholemeal pitta bread , yummy 🙂

Sometimes the hardest part of eating healthier, is thinking what to eat, so with this in mind I am going to add some meals to the blog that are healthy, easy, quick yet tasty.

Thank you for reading you FABULOUS people

❤ Clare With The Hair ❤

September Best Dress Buys

So we are heading really quickly towards the end of September and if you are anything like me, then you are thinking the party season ahead is approaching fast!!, and if you are going to get the best of what is out there, then you better get those shopping skates on and start looking at the very least for those party wear gems 🙂 Here are some of my favorites and all of these you can purchase online so anyone can get there hands on them.

The 1st one is from CHI CHI London, these guys have a site full of cute, stylish, yet affordable dresses suitable for a whole host of occasions, from wedding guests, day at the races, girls night out, evening wear and for any other parties you may have. This is their AMY dress, this stunning dress is available in size 6 – 16, priced at €64.99 and I would say these are very true to size dresses, it is new stock and as with all there dresses this will fly out the door, so if this is the dress for you then get shopping!!  Shop this look http://www.chichiclothing.com/products/Chi-Chi-Amy-Dress.html

No 2 for me come from an Irish website: iClothing , this site has a whole host of items available, all at great prices and all bang on trend, as I am thinking the party season ahead I have chosen a dress from here too but dresses is not all iClothing website is about, they have accessories, coats, jeans, shoes and many casual everyday items. This dress, Suzie Sweetheart Dress is a classic black, that you can really dress up with a statement neck piece and some killer heels, this dress comes in size 8-14 again very true to size and is priced at only €45, iClothing offer next day delivery, so if you are in a hurry then this is your go to site for those rush orders. What I love about this dress is the neckline, you could dress this up with a head piece for a very special occasion, you could even pop a white shirt under this and a belt for office wear, this really is one of those dresses you would pull out of the wardrobe over and over again. Shop this look www.iclothing.com/suzie-sweetheart-fishtail-dress

No 3 comes from another Irish retailer: Ruby Rouge based in Gorey ,with a beautiful online store too, Ruby Rouge are complete “Girlie Heaven”, renowned for individual style, exclusive labels, bold colors & prints! With over 50 labels from 20 different countries worldwide we have a wide and exciting mix! My pick from here is a real WOW dress, no matter what the event, you will be noticed for all the right reasons in this, from size 8-14 and priced at €149, I really love this, it has draping in all the right places to be super forgiven when you have had one mince pie too many, a real gem of a dress as an incredible price for this quality and style.Shop this look http://www.rubyrouge.ie/collections/dress

No 4: Comes from Lipsy, if you have a cocktail party, a wedding or any other party coming up, them pop on over to Lipsy, these guys know party wear, it is hat they do and they are brilliant at is, they have collaborations with the Kardashians, Michelle Keegan as well as their own collections, you are sure to find something perfect for your occasion at Lipsy. My chose from here is a stunning party piece, heads will turn for the lady wearing this stunning party piece,  This cami styled dress in red features an embellished detail on the front and back. The hem is embellished with a geometric design. Back features a scooped V shape. Available in size 8-14 and priced at £135. This is sure to fly out at Lipsy  If this is your party dress then head to Lipsy http://www.lipsy.co.uk/store/frock-and-frill/frock-and-frill-embellished-cami-dress/product-is-BR02280_051

No 5: Comes from VaVaVoom, this site offers next day delivery and have a host of fabulous items, love some of their blazers and love lots of the dresses on this site 🙂 from day wear to party wear, VaVaVoom has it all at some of the keenest prices around, you should take a peek, I think you will be surprised just great this site is , My pick from here is a lovely pink dress, without accessorizing this has a nice bit of bling but with some key items added this could become a serious party dress 🙂 Imagine a crystal encrusted clutch, killer heels and this dress .. WOW !!  You can find this and lots more on VaVaVoom site here : http://vavavoom.ie/collections/dresses

If you would like help finding a party dress or any other items from handbags, head pieces, shoes, shawls or jewelry then please get in touch, clarewiththehairblog@gmail.com , I am only delighted to help 🙂

Thank you for reading you FABULOUS people

❤ Clare With The Hair ❤