Eyelashes
Get The Look: Jennifer Hudson’s Eyelashes
The Scoop: JHud’s Eyelashes
Jennifer Hudson is the new spokeswoman for Weight Watchers and the eyelashes she is wearing for her new commercial are amazing! The whole look is so natural, healthy and pretty. Celebrity makeup artist Sam Fine is the artist behind Jennifer’s makeup for the commercial. His clients include Mo’Nique, Tyra Banks, Iman just to name a few.
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If you’re dying for a pair of the same lashes that JHud is wearing, Sam says he used #747 Medium lashes that he bought from Image Exclusive in Los Angeles!
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25% Off Illamasqua Lashes!
Have you heard of Illamasqua? They are a brand new London-based makeup brand that have done exceptionally well over the last year. They are a creative and colorful line with an amazing selection of eyelashes!!
Lucky us, Illamasqua’s eyelashes are 25% off until March 31st!!! Pick a few up before time runs out!
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**I was a little bit confused while browsing for the eyelashes. Once you click the “Shop Now” link (above), you will be presented with what looks like only 2 eyelash options. Click on one of them and you will see a ton more options. There are over 24 to choose from!
Beauty on a Budget
99 Cents Only Stores = Unexpected Beauty Goldmine!
I was running errands today and decided to run into a 99 Cents Only store to pick up a few things for cheap. I got sucked in so deep and winded up buying way more than anticipated but I probably saved $50!! The beauty section is always hit or miss in these stores but today I left with six pairs of eyelashes for $4! If you are on a strict budget, don’t worry! 99 Cents Only Stores are an amazing resource to pick up some great beauty items for practically nothing!
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I Reccomend:
Eyelashes. If you can find them, I definitely recommend picking some up fast! At $4.99 a pop in the drugstore, these are amazing finds.
Anything With a Name Brand. A lot of times, 99 Cents Only Stores get shipments of items that do not sell in the stores, or may have broken containers. I saw some Banana Boat self tanner (not the kind I use) in perfect condition! They also had a lot of L’Oreal.
Hair Accessories. The store I went to had SO many combs, brushes, bobby pins, rubber bands, clips etc. This is a great place to stock up on hair items, and you could potentially save tons of money! I’ve gotten an economy pack of combs before and the quality was great. The brushes look a little sketchy so take a good look at them before you decide to buy. This time, I bought 100 black bobby pins (see pic above!).
Sunscreen. I saw soo many bottles of sunscreen it was insane. Banana Boat and Coppertone in Sport, Waterproof and spray! I was excited to see the spray kind because I use it on set to make skin shiny, and it’s usually over $8! Since it’s winter, they were way overstocked on sun protection.
Random Items. I bought a small bottle of glycerine (I use it to simulate sweat and tears) in CVS it’s a few bucks awhile back, and just bought a big one today for of course, 99 cents. There were also random items that could save you a few dollars here and there such as loofahs, nail polish remover, brand name toothpastes, Chapstick, Q-Tips, cotton balls and hydrogen peroxide.
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I Would Stay Away From:
Shampoo and Body Wash. Not that it would be bad to use, just not ideal. I think all the shampoos and body washes were the 99 Cents Only Store brand and I cannot imagine them being the best quality.
Skincare. Unless it’s a recognizable brand name, I would stay away from the generic skincare that line the shelves of the store. I took a look at an “Aloe Vera” moisturizer which looked good, but discovered there was no aloe vera in the ingredient’s list! Only mineral oil and a bunch of other chemicals. No bueno.
My Eyelash Purchase:
These eyelashes came in packs of two, so I was able to get two pairs for 99 cents! They look pretty cool; definitely for more dramatic looks since they are on the long side. I can also use them to layer over other eyelash strips too since they are pretty sparse.
These pairs came individually so I spent $2 on both. I like these more because they are a lot shorter and more natural looking. They look almost identical to the lashes I buy a lot from CVS. I would have gotten more pairs but I literally picked up every pair they had. You’ll have to look hard to find them since they seem to be a hot ticket item!
The Best False Lashes for Halloween
10 Fantasy Lashes to Spice up Your Halloween Costume
Halloween is the best time to get crazy with your makeup and try some things you wouldn’t normally dream about doing! I love extreme false eyelashes but lets face it, if you wore these out any other day, you would look kind of crazy! Luckily, it’s that time of year and hopefully these lashes will inspire you to take your Halloween makeup to a whole ‘nother level.
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1. Dramatic Swoop Lashes
These swooped lashes can add drama to many a costume this month. Add a little extra flair with a small swoop, or go for the gold with these MUFE lashes.
Costume Ideas: Morticia (The Adams Family), Cat Woman, Betty Boop
2. Feathered Lashes
Feather lashes can be a really fun addition to your costume. These are definitely costume lashes so Halloween is the perfect time to pull out the feathers. Go for the black, or even try some colored ones!
Costume Ideas: Snow White, Pin-Up Girl, Flapper, Bat-Woman
3. Rhinestone Lashes
Eyelashes with rhinestones incorporated can look so glamorous! It adds a little extra sparkle and definitely brings the attention to your eyes.
Costume Ideas: Fairy, Prom Queen, Doll, Barbie
4. Glow in the Dark Lashes
Glow in the dark lashes are perfect for kids and teenagers on Halloween! Even if you don’t have a costume, and you’re taking your kids out trick-or-treating, what could be more fun and flashy than glow in the dark eyes! These lashes can also add a creepy feel to the scary costumes as well!
Costume Ideas: Skeleton, Raver, Zombie
4. Extended Lashes
Eyelashes that extend out dramatically past the eye add those extra showy details that many Halloween costumes need.
Costume Ideas: Flapper, Showgirl, Peacock
5. Rainbow Lashes!
Rainbow lashes are just fun! The bright colors are so playful and these are another pair that would be great for children and teenagers. The second picture are actually for the bottom lashes!
Costume Ideas: Clown, Care Bear, Rainbow Bright, Flower Child
6. Spider Lashes
These spider lashes are very elegant, yet powerful. The separated hairs give a sharpness that could be a great fit for any “evil” character that you still want to keep pretty. I love the added sparkles within these MUFE lashes.
Costume Ideas: Elvira, Witch, Vampire, Spider
7. Couture Winged Lashes
If you can afford the splurge, these intricate “scales” would be the perfect detail to make your costume extra unique.
Costume Ideas: Joker, Mime, Medusa
8. Long Feathery Lashes
I know that I already spoke about feathered lashes, but these long, wispy ones deserve their own mention! I love the airiness of these ones. These would be perfect for animal costumes because they look like fur!
Costume Ideas: Lioness, Fairy, Sexy Leopard.
9. Colored Lashes
Wearing colored eyelashes can add to just about any costume. Luckily, they make just about any colored lash under the rainbow, including rainbow itself! If you have a costume that wouldn’t work with any of the other lashes we’ve seen, simple colored lashes can add that fun, costume-y twist.
Costume Ideas: Strawberry Shortcake, Queen of Hearts, Moulin Rouge, Fanta Girls
10. Intricate Lashes
Splurge Alert!! These lashes are $75.
Look how gorgeous these eyelashes are! Shu Umeura really does make the best falsies ever! They are so intricate and delicate, and these soft white lashes with the embedded rhinestones are heavenly!
Costume Ideas: Snow Princess, Angel, Pixie, Ice Queen
All Eyelashes Pictured are From MUFE, Shu Umeura or www.eEylash.com
Understated Beauty Tool
The Metal Eyelash Comb
Clumpy, thick, spider lashes are a beauty nightmare for most women. Old mascara can be the culprit, as well as application techniques, but don’t worry! Perfectly separated lashes are lot easier to achieve than you can imagine.
It’s much easier to prevent a mistake than to fix it, so follow these easy steps tips to get separated lashes every time:
1. Make sure your mascara is not expired
Mascara has the shortest shelf life out of all your makeup. 4 months is the maximum amount of time that you should keep your mascara tube around, and that is only if you take great care of it! Don’t pump the wand in and out because it forces air inside the tube, causing the mascara to dry out and become a bigger breeding ground for bacteria. Keep your mascara fresh and you will avoid dry clumpy eyelashes.
2. Wiggle It!
The magic is in the application. When applying your mascara, place the want at the base of the lashes and wiggle it left to right all the way up to the tip. The wiggle motion keeps the lashes separated.
3. Get rid of excess product on the wand.
When you pull the wand out of the tube, check it to make sure there is no excess product build up on it. Too much product on the wand will mean too much product on your lashes, and too much product on your lashes will result in clumpy-ness. Wipe excess mascara on a tissue, or on the rim of the tube to ensure you get just enough mascara on your eyelashes.
Ok, So You Missed a Step, Ignored a Rule or Used Old Mascara and Now Your Lashes are Thick, Clumpy Galore. What Now??
Meet your new best friend: The metal eyelash comb/separator!
You’ve probably seen or even owned a plastic eyelash comb. They come in most brush sets, but this one is a little different, and SO much better! The teeth are metal, which force them through the clumpy build-up of mascara coated to your lashes. Comb through two or three time and say good-bye to spider lashes! Seriously, it’s that easy! I use it a lot when my models sneak off to the bathroom to apply more mascara. They think they’re pulling a fast one on me but I’m not blind! haha Combing through their mess with this tool has saved many photo shoots.
Just BE CAREFUL! Sharp+Metal+Eyes= No Bueno. 
Fun Fact! Julia Roberts uses a safety pin to separate her eyelashes when she applies her own mascara!! She brought this real-life detail to her character in Charlie Wilson’s War! Please don’t try this at home. A metal eyelash comb is much easier lol.
If only Tammy Faye had known about this magic wand…
