by Ms Toi | Jun 14, 2011 | Eyes on the World: Who’s making it Beautiful, Product Reviews
Beauty-lovers and earth-lovers, alike, can find something in common at The Body Shop. The quality beauty products and the eco-conscious philosophy offer something for everyone. The Body Shop in Perimeter Mall in Atlanta, Georgia blurred the line between the glamor and green-living at a special event on June 9, 2011. (more…)
by Ms Toi | Jun 8, 2011 | Product Reviews
Are you having fun when you’re shopping for new beauty products? Are you having more fun when you try new beauty products and they actually work? Mane ‘n Tail is going to indulge you with the opportunity for both! (more…)
by Ms Toi | Apr 25, 2011 | Product Reviews
If you were stuck on an island and had only one makeup item, what would it be? One of the popular makeup choices is mascara. Being stuck on an island is no reason to sacrifice long, luscious lashes. (more…)
by Ms Toi | Mar 15, 2011 | Do It Yourself Beauty, Product Reviews
Spring is in the air and summer is just around the corner. The change in season is definitely welcome. However, the warmer temperatures and higher levels of humidity make it necessary to change some of the beauty products you are using. Heavy creams and oily products can be retired and switched out for lighter products. I recently went shopping with this very purpose. Here are the must have beauty products that I picked up to better suit me in the spring and summer months.
This is the lightest body cream I’ve ever tried. It completely absorbs into the skin immediately. It leaves absolutely no oily residue on the skin surface. It is free of mineral oil, artificial fragrance, and parabens. The soft baby powder scent also doesn’t clash with any fragrance I wear and the louis vuitton purses for sale will not be there with it. CLICK HERE to take a closer look.
Sugaring is a natural, gentle alternative to removing unwanted body hair. These ready-made kits are user-friendly. It is organic. The results are long lasting. CLICK HERE to take a closer look.
Revive your skin’s natural healthy glow by exfoliating all of the dead cells away that have accumulated over the winter. This is the gentlest facial exfoliator I have used. A treatment twice a week keeps pores refined resulting in a porcelain-like complexion. CLICK HERE to take a closer look.
Watch my summer beauty product overhaul
by Ms Toi | Feb 21, 2011 | Do It Yourself Beauty, Product Reviews
Sigma E-25 Blending Brush
The Sigma E-25 Blending Brush is a must have for makeup beginners and professionals alike. You can create the perfect smokey eye fast and simple with this one brush alone!
The unique flat, tapered design of this brush makes it perfect for precise color placement. The soft bristles enable it to blend colors to a flawless finish.
CLICK HERE to see just how quickly you can create a polished everyday neutral smokey eye using ONLY the Sigma E-25 Blending Brush. Also, be sure to visit Sigma’s website and add it to your makeup brush collection.
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by Ms Toi | Nov 21, 2010 | Eyes on the World: Who’s making it Beautiful, Product Reviews
It’s that time of year again and makeup lovers are flocking to their local cosmetic counters for holiday shopping. The gift ideas can seem endless for the average beauty junkie. However, the possibilities come to a deadend if you’re shopping for a beauty junkie who also happens to be a vegan. Urban Decay Cosmetics comes to the rescue with the perfect holiday gift idea.
Urban Decay has introduced a Vegan Palette! It includes six of Urban Decay’s most popular eyeshadows (Twice Baked, Half baked, Smog, Minx, Urb, and Gunmetal), a travel size eyeliner pencil (24/7 Glide-on Eye Pencil in Zero), and a sample size of Eyeshadow Primer Potion (Sin). The packaging alone is enough to fill you with holiday cheer; displaying artistic images of butterflies, puppies, and dolphins. It retails for $34.00 USD.
The Urban Decay Vegan Palette is the perfect holiday gift for any eco-friendly fashionista. Go to http://www.urbandecay.com/ and purchase it online or find it at your local Sephora or Ulta. The Vegan Palette is a limited edition item, so don’t miss the chance at this unique gift idea. CLICK HERE to learn about more healthy beauty products.
by Ms Toi | Sep 5, 2010 | Product Reviews
Buffing in layers of makeup and slathering on countless beauty products can leave the skin looking dull and lifeless over a period of time. Thus, the benefit of regular facials. However, there is a way to practically resurface the skin without the use of harsh chemicals or surgical procedures.
Microdermabrasion is a popular facial treatment that restores the clear healthy glow to the skin by sloughing off the dead surface layers of the skin. The procedure is safe, painless, and can be done by an esthetician or dermatologist.
Nevertheless, many of us don’t have the extra time or disposable income for regular visits to the day spa. This dilemma is easily solved with Waiora’s Refining Microderm Treatment.
Refining Microderm Treatment is an enriched blend of exfoliators, enzymes, and extracts that removes dull skin cells and frees pores of impurities. It effectively resurfaces skin while being gentle for sensitive skin types. It also helps correct environmental damage while powerful antioxidants, vitamins, essential oils and other ingredients leave your skin refined, radiant, and youthful looking.
Refining Microderm Treatment is a simple do it yourself solution to a dull lifeless complexion. Add it to your skin care regimen to achieve a refined, polished look. ClICK HERE to get more details on this amazingly effective product.
by Ms Toi | Aug 17, 2010 | Product Reviews
Purchasing professional quality makeup brushes can be thought of as making an investment. Adding to your collection of brushes does not come cheaply. However, there is a cosmetics company offering high quality products without the high price. You may not have heard of Sigma Makeup, but their buzz is growing louder.
Sigma Makeup is a brand synonymous with quality and function. Their products are handmade and developed to provide the highest quality standard. Sigma offers a complete line of professional makeup brushes specifically designed to give flawless results. Each brush is individually tested for performance, resistance, and durability.
In addition to the high quality, you can hold on to more of your hard earned cash. Sigma Makeup products are reasonably priced compared to other top cosmetic companies. Don’t miss out on the savings. CLICK HERE to check out Sigma Makeup’s awesome products and awesome prices.
by Ms Toi | Jul 20, 2010 | Do It Yourself Beauty, Product Reviews
If you’re not already obsessed over Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, you will once you learn what they’re all about. Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics is also known as OCC. They are famous for their innovative Lip Tars.
Lip Tars are ultra pigmented, opaque, long-wearing lip colors that shine through in High-Definition photography. These lip tars come in a wide range of colors enabling makeup artists to mix and blend to create any hue on the color wheel.
In addition to their amazing products, OCC is also committed to quality. Their products are 100% vegan and cruelty-free. The Lip Tars in particular do not contain any harsh preservatives or parabens. They are made with hemp oil, peppermint oil, and vitamin E.
Click here to check out my “Click and Win” Giveaway video and see me demo a lip tar application. Be sure to enter the contest for a chance to win OCC’s newly introduced Lip Tar colors. Also, for more information on Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics visit their website at http://www.occmakeup.com/ .
by Ms Toi | Jun 13, 2010 | Makeup Tutorials, Product Reviews
We are down to the FINAL DAYS of this Give-a-Way. I don’t want you to miss out on a chance to win.
Whether you wear them or share them, you will love the stunning look of these “Make Up For Ever” Feather Lashes ( retail $15.00) Along with the feather lashes, you will receive a pair of Ardell Wild Lash Bada Bings. To win is easy and absolutely free.
CLICK HERE to get the details on how to win.
GOOD LUCK!!!
by Ms Toi | May 19, 2010 | Product Reviews
If you’ve ever checked out my YouTube channel you know that I’m always doing reviews on outstanding healthy beauty products. One of my hobbies is to try out new beauty products, especially some of those that people seem to be raving over. Once I get my hands on a product I’ll test it out for at least a few months. From there, I will issue my thumbs up or thumbs down opinion. From my tests and trials, I have found some products that I can’t live without now.
I am extending myself to the Lilikoi Looks community. Do you have a cosmetic item that you’ve been wanting to get the real scoop on? Send me a comment and I’ll review it for you. Before you go out and buy that hot new beauty item that you just keep hearing about consult with Ms Toi. Let me review your cosmetic in question so you’ll know exactly what you’re getting when you make your purchase.
by Ms Toi | May 9, 2010 | Beauty Nutrition, Healthy Beauty Hacks & Tips, Product Reviews
An age old cure-all that grandmother swore by was Cod Liver Oil. Some of us may even have memories of having to gulp a spoonful of this concoction every morning. Grandmother knew that cod liver oil could keep you from catching a cold all winter long, but she probably didn’t realize that it could also help you achieve healthy glowing skin.
The average person’s diet is deficient in nutrients that support a healthy complexion. Prior to recent times our ancestors consumed foods containing sufficient amounts of omega fatty acids. Scientific evidence has shown that omega fatty acids can alleviate skin disorders such as acne, eczema, and other inflammatory skin conditions. Cod liver oil is loaded with these skin loving omega fatty acids.
I explain why Cod Liver Oil really works
However, when it comes to consuming fish oils you have to be aware of its purity. All fish oils are not created equal. Nordic Naturals Artic Cod Liver Oil delivers the daily requirements of omega fatty acids without any toxic by products. This is a highly purified pharmaceutical grade fish oil that has been clinically tested to be free of dangerous toxins such as mercury and lead. Because of its purity, this product is three times more potent than any lower grade cod liver oil or typical fish oil found in health food stores.
I have tested Nordic Naturals Artic Cod Liver Oil for several months now and the results are in. This product had worked wonders for my complexion. This cod liver oil has cleared up my blemishes and has prevented any more breakouts. An added bonus is that this product even has a pleasant taste. Go to www.nordicnaturals.com to learn more about this amazing product.
Follow grandmother’s example and take your daily dose of cod liver oil to achieve naturally healthy glowing skin.
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by Ms Toi | Apr 15, 2010 | Do It Yourself Beauty, Eyelash Extentions, Product Reviews
I have a great find to share with you eyelash extension wearers. Ardell Lash Magic Blending Mascara is a mascara that is formulated for blending false lashes into your natural lashes. Of course, you don’t need this if you have eyelash extensions. This mascara is useful for keeping your lash extensions groomed. It contains no glycols or carbonates, so no need to worry about your lash adhesive losing its bond. For my detailed review on this awesome product check out my video on Youtube .
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