There are so many different types of fragrances on the market, it might be a bit overwhelming to pick one out. Obviously, everyone's taste in fragrances is different, but what about the difference in longevity and how strong the fragrance actually is? There are a few different levels of concentration and I thought I'd share them, to make sure that the fragrance you choose is the right one for you!
It might sound a bit difficult, but it isn't at all! If there is more alcohol in it, it will not last as long or be as strong. But it will be cheaper! So let's see the different levels.
First off, Eau Fraîche. If you buy these fragrances you know they are not going to last long. Probably not over 2 hours, which is not really a long time. It's nice though if you just want a light fragrance and don't want to pay too much for it. (1-3% perfume oils)
The next one, which is a little more concentrated and the most popular one, is Eau de Toilette. This will last up to 3 hours and is a little bit stronger than Eau Fraîche. This is suitable to use as an everyday fragrance. (5-15% perfume oils)
My personal favorite, Eau de Parfum, because this will last up to 6 hours! They are usually quite expensive though, but I think it's definitely worth it! The strength of the fragrance is really nice, especially for special occasions like a party! (15-20% perfume oils)
The most expensive one is Perfume. This is quite strong as it has less alcohol and more perfume oils in it than any of the other ones. With least application this one will last pretty much all day! (20-30% perfume oils)
I hope this cleared things up a little bit for some of you, because I know I used to be so confused about this! I just wanted to say that, obviously everyone's skin is different and every fragrance will react differently on everyone, but these are just some guidelines to go by! Thanks for reading!
XxX Elvira
Monday, November 3, 2014
Saturday, September 20, 2014
Lush favorites!
It's no secret that I have a small Lush obsession! I've tried quite some products now, so here are my all time favorites from Lush that I wanted to share with you all. Hope you enjoy! :)
Tea Tree Water Toner
This toner is great for normal to oily and acne-prone skin. Tea tree is anti-bacterial, so it'll calm down your skin and deal with your breakouts. Spray this on after cleansing your face, to remove any last bits of make-up or cleanser to keep your skin looking clean and fresh!
Mask of Magnaminty
This is a deep cleansing face mask that feels refreshing and healing on the skin. It'll clean out the dirt that clogs your pores and heal your skin. After leaving the mask on for about fifteen minutes, add a bit of warm water with your fingertips and this mask will turn into a face scrub. This way your face will be exfoliated to remove any dead skin cells.
No Drought Dry Shampoo
No time to wash your hair? After using this dry shampoo, no one will notice! Put a little bit of the powder into the roots of your hair and massage it in with your fingertips. It will absorb the oils and will leave your hair looking and smelling fresh like you just got out of the shower!
Fizzbanger Bath Bomb
This bath bomb smells so refreshing and it just makes me happy! Put this in your bath and your entire bathroom will smell like apples and cinnamon/apple pie! The water will change color, crackle from the popping candy in it, and there might even be a little note in it for you! ;)
It Started With a Kiss Liptint
Again, a product that smells like apple pie! This liptint is very hydrating and leaves your lips feeling smooth and moisturized. Above all of that, your lips will get a nice dark pink/red tint!
That's it for today's post! Thanks for reading! Any questions or recommendations? Please leave them in the comment section beneath this post! Thanks!
XxX Elvira
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Feeling ill? 5 easy steps to look healthier and presentable using make-up!
Did your own reflection in the mirror scare you this morning? Don't worry! This will be an easy guide to help you look healthier and presentable in a short amount of time, using make-up.
1) The under eye area problem...
Huge, dark bags under your eyes from your lack of sleep last night? Concealer is your best friend right now! But try a color corrector before you put on your concealer. A salmon-colored corrector will neutralize the blue and purple colors under your eyes. After that, use some concealer that's a shade lighter than your skintone to conceal and highlight. Set it with a fine setting powder and you'll instantly look healthier!
2) Tired, puffy eyes...
For this problem, you want to focus on creating the illusion of opening up your eyes. The first step in doing is, is curling your lashes. This makes a huge difference! Next up a thin line with some liquid liner. The fun thing about liquid eyeliner is that you can change the way your eyes look. In this case, you want to make your eyes look more open and round, so just draw a thin line across the lash line. Don't make it too thick, because it will make your eye make-up look too dark. Apply two coats of your favorite mascara to curl and lengthen your lashes. Also apply a little bit to the lower lashes to create the illusion of bigger eyes. It already looks a lot better, right?
3) Red eyes...
So now your eyes look open and awake, but what about the redness? Use a nude-colored eyeliner in your waterline. Again, this will create the illusion of bigger eyes, but it also makes your eyes look whiter and less red. Don't use a white eyeliner though, because it can sometimes look too 'fake' on the waterline. A nude-colored eyeliner looks way more natural!
4) Pale, dull skin...
If you're feeling a bit under the weather, sometimes your skin can look a bit pale and dull. To make your skin look less pale, use a bronzer on the places the sun would naturally hit you. So underneath your cheekbones, the temples, right underneath the hairline and a little bit on the bridge of your nose. To bring back some color, use a blush that complements your skintone and apply a bit on the apples of your cheeks. Still looking a bit dull? Use some highlighter on the high points of your face to give you that healthy glow back!
5) Chapped lips...
The last step is to moisturize your lips. Use your favorite hydrating lip balm or lip butter to moisturize your lips. You can also use some tinted lip balm on top that's a shade darker than your natural lip color, to make you look a bit more lively and put together!
I hope this post helps you and thanks so much for reading! Leave your comments, questions or requests in the comment section and I'll see you next time!
XxX Elvira
1) The under eye area problem...
Huge, dark bags under your eyes from your lack of sleep last night? Concealer is your best friend right now! But try a color corrector before you put on your concealer. A salmon-colored corrector will neutralize the blue and purple colors under your eyes. After that, use some concealer that's a shade lighter than your skintone to conceal and highlight. Set it with a fine setting powder and you'll instantly look healthier!
2) Tired, puffy eyes...
For this problem, you want to focus on creating the illusion of opening up your eyes. The first step in doing is, is curling your lashes. This makes a huge difference! Next up a thin line with some liquid liner. The fun thing about liquid eyeliner is that you can change the way your eyes look. In this case, you want to make your eyes look more open and round, so just draw a thin line across the lash line. Don't make it too thick, because it will make your eye make-up look too dark. Apply two coats of your favorite mascara to curl and lengthen your lashes. Also apply a little bit to the lower lashes to create the illusion of bigger eyes. It already looks a lot better, right?
3) Red eyes...
So now your eyes look open and awake, but what about the redness? Use a nude-colored eyeliner in your waterline. Again, this will create the illusion of bigger eyes, but it also makes your eyes look whiter and less red. Don't use a white eyeliner though, because it can sometimes look too 'fake' on the waterline. A nude-colored eyeliner looks way more natural!
4) Pale, dull skin...
If you're feeling a bit under the weather, sometimes your skin can look a bit pale and dull. To make your skin look less pale, use a bronzer on the places the sun would naturally hit you. So underneath your cheekbones, the temples, right underneath the hairline and a little bit on the bridge of your nose. To bring back some color, use a blush that complements your skintone and apply a bit on the apples of your cheeks. Still looking a bit dull? Use some highlighter on the high points of your face to give you that healthy glow back!
5) Chapped lips...
The last step is to moisturize your lips. Use your favorite hydrating lip balm or lip butter to moisturize your lips. You can also use some tinted lip balm on top that's a shade darker than your natural lip color, to make you look a bit more lively and put together!
I hope this post helps you and thanks so much for reading! Leave your comments, questions or requests in the comment section and I'll see you next time!
XxX Elvira
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