tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64713913635247040052024-02-18T23:44:12.339-08:00BeautyForYouYelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-42693084842226337902012-08-20T14:43:00.001-07:002012-08-22T13:29:45.125-07:00Sultra Sophisticate Power Blow Dryer for SALE!!Hello dear bloggers and blog readers,<br />
I apologize for not posting in such a long time! I miss all of you and hope you are doing well.<br />
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I am currently selling the powerful and wonderful Sultra The Sophisticate Power Dryer that has been taken out of the box and tried only once. So the product is basically New and in original packaging waiting to be loved by someone! It is truly wonderful - having the ability to dry even long hair in only a fraction of the time as most other dryers and costs $245 at Sephora! Whew.<br />
Check out the Sephora link for more information http://www.sephora.com/the-sophisticate-power-dryer-P257705?om_mmc=Googlepla&_requestid=42976&cm_mmc=us_search-_-GG-_-pla-_-{keyword}&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=1238229.<br />
This thing is truly wonderful but too expensive for me. So if anyone is interested I am selling it for fraction of the price - <span style="font-size: large;"><b>$140</b></span>!!<br />
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Please contact me if you are interested :)<br />
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<br />Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-43012113322210825042011-11-08T08:32:00.000-08:002011-11-08T08:55:27.100-08:00Broadway Nails Fast French Deceptions Glue-On Nail KitNails in a box?<br />I finally gave press on nails a try after years of acrylics, natural, shellac, sticker polish, gel, you name it. <br /><br />There was always something about each of the methods that I did not like. For example, acyrlics always turned dirty or yellow, shellac stayed nice for a while, but still turned a bit dirty looking over time. Also, if the nail stylist messed even one little thing up there was no fixing it without removing the polish. Taking them off was much more difficult than advertised. <br /><br />I was in Target and saw these nails:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgex6GZN81TkJQ_KuyH8A3BOISRrMBvrhKxvNSvS1cNWap_5QZJy98kZQm_r2Sk0lpXlkL2qWfwxhO8ZKnf9KAipM7cTZfwQmzpCctsJaUKNiLKpjJ8VpsFnFL7cCFshpZ9mzTGlbmL3GQ/s1600/73150900451_450x450_a.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5672666566324146690" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgex6GZN81TkJQ_KuyH8A3BOISRrMBvrhKxvNSvS1cNWap_5QZJy98kZQm_r2Sk0lpXlkL2qWfwxhO8ZKnf9KAipM7cTZfwQmzpCctsJaUKNiLKpjJ8VpsFnFL7cCFshpZ9mzTGlbmL3GQ/s320/73150900451_450x450_a.jpg" border="0" /></a> I figured, I may as well give them a try. I put them on 4 days ago (took me maybe 10 minutes max), and I am so happy with my decision. This will save me so much money going forward, and I will be satisfied with the look for much longer. It bugs me that I didn't figure this out all the years while I was a cheerleader ambassador for Washington Redskins. We had to wear french manicure to all the games, and I spent way too much time in the nail salon. Now I don't have to (except for pedicures of course).<br /><br />Here is what the nails look like when on:<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMJHW3X_VVhfrWxoVn_9LIfF67xOjMy3Ramzl7vmjMD_Jf28tvwkG1_RGC9wm-W6xeJeToSOFpVsr2BCpEq8a7aAa4lKVocW04QvKxSCqvcks9WNIvY78PxXpOaCb1u0W-9YxrRQAXJvQ/s1600/2011-11-07_15-27-56_512.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5672666416443053138" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 180px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMJHW3X_VVhfrWxoVn_9LIfF67xOjMy3Ramzl7vmjMD_Jf28tvwkG1_RGC9wm-W6xeJeToSOFpVsr2BCpEq8a7aAa4lKVocW04QvKxSCqvcks9WNIvY78PxXpOaCb1u0W-9YxrRQAXJvQ/s320/2011-11-07_15-27-56_512.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />You can get them at any drugstore. They cost around $5. You may even be able to use the same box for two different sets (depending on your size). The lasting power seems amazing as long as put on correctly. So far I have had mine on for 4 days, and they are still just as clean and shiny as they were the first day. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>I haven't tried other brands, but I can imagine they are all great. What makes this set very interesting is that the bottom of the nails have moons...which makes them look even more natural. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>I have not tried taking them off yet, but i have a feeling the process won't be as difficult as shellac or gel. I will keep you posted!!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>If you want your nails to look beautiful but want to save your money (for other amazing products/services), then please go get these!<br /><br /></div><br /><div></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-85452652372441594982011-11-04T07:16:00.000-07:002011-11-04T08:07:09.255-07:00Hair to wow for - HANA BLACKLABEL Shineshield<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV3Y5fS_OD-Gpp1ldxSagjswNEnQhISPUhFvdXvsif_G5yXiZ8RcUR2hpdfmGJZCPJQScIAzFVuhHoAPilCK-3ChcI8co0LJefaJ_mQcNYttPfX9GmKh447kniS_fUNd799zbRfjSv9wg/s1600/DSC03119.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671152299615860418" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV3Y5fS_OD-Gpp1ldxSagjswNEnQhISPUhFvdXvsif_G5yXiZ8RcUR2hpdfmGJZCPJQScIAzFVuhHoAPilCK-3ChcI8co0LJefaJ_mQcNYttPfX9GmKh447kniS_fUNd799zbRfjSv9wg/s320/DSC03119.JPG" border="0" /></a>Hi!!<br />As promised, I have an exciting review for you about Hana Blacklabel Shineshield!!<br />I am obbsessed with beautiful shiny hair. Since mine is long, it can easily get tangly and that is not exactly a good look!! So I invest into products such as Moroccan Oil, various leave in conditioners, detanglers, you name it! But I have recently tried something AMAZING - Hana Blacklabel Shineshield - my new HG!<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.misikko.com/hana-shineshield-heat-therapy-blacklabel.html">http://www.misikko.com/hana-shineshield-heat-therapy-blacklabel.html</a><br />Here is what the website claims:<br />HANA Shineshield BLACK LABEL provides the ultimate shine for your hair in an all new alcohol-free oil treatment after just one use. Named *Product of the Year*, HANA Shineshield BLACK LABEL seals and locks in 98% of the moisture in your hair to deliver a deep hydrating condition. You will see the immediate difference in the look of your hair and also feel the sleek and silky touch. This product unlike its competitors can be used on all hair types to create any style.<br /><br />HANA Shine Shield BLACK LABEL Features: Lightweight leave-in Oil Treatment Designed to protect and restore hair styling and environmental stress Oil Treatment absorbs quickly without a greasy feel for thorough deep conditioning Oil Treatment naturally dissolves residue, removing build-up from other styling products to leave hair clean & supple Oil Treatment naturally excels at thickening keratin layers, bringing out your hair's natural color overtones, highlights and brilliance<br /><br />I have only been using Shine Shield for a week, but my hair has been unbelievable ever since!! So smooth, shiny, and manageable. I love!! The smell is super addicting and beautiful. Would I choose this over Moroccan Oil? I would :). I got this product from <a href="http://www.misikko.com/">http://www.misikko.com/</a><br /><br />They threw in some fun extra items along with Hana Shine Shiled. Everything was packaged beautifully. Take a look:<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXD_RKXMMQPpOQo0s3nlrpESrqheWOjC8fmWstnVlui6O3GwI0JSXPbLT3codco2k09ItJL6XIrL30kztZjyIjUlTRXYstmt5dBgy6YSzqc47qPsEvYq0qv1xbuMlQF-EkZMKz6RFrmuM/s1600/DSC03114.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671150231086047842" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXD_RKXMMQPpOQo0s3nlrpESrqheWOjC8fmWstnVlui6O3GwI0JSXPbLT3codco2k09ItJL6XIrL30kztZjyIjUlTRXYstmt5dBgy6YSzqc47qPsEvYq0qv1xbuMlQF-EkZMKz6RFrmuM/s320/DSC03114.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEPYDYMUMh7AraLvfKae8ik1jnAVFtTrr8l9zKyOWbGECGfWhD6NhyRsGEotqGgQiDpSCPJq0JdElrcf-yGV6_LrKbOTULQxAW6Z68LLXYbAJOpUYYM3AufQtxmwHy5P1fxaSi0nlWb24/s1600/DSC03115.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671152900447486514" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEPYDYMUMh7AraLvfKae8ik1jnAVFtTrr8l9zKyOWbGECGfWhD6NhyRsGEotqGgQiDpSCPJq0JdElrcf-yGV6_LrKbOTULQxAW6Z68LLXYbAJOpUYYM3AufQtxmwHy5P1fxaSi0nlWb24/s320/DSC03115.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuEryRfRXbQJLRw9uhjOPYiRclx9uS6EdddqGHNE-afcBU2H3of81fNHLxwlBcKcULeDgjy9S8wZ1k-rSTPyOAFLh7pyNboC3WKH7fUju1UqdSzAeANby44luIEiuBe5NB20yt8JclhD0/s1600/DSC03116.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671152763819232002" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuEryRfRXbQJLRw9uhjOPYiRclx9uS6EdddqGHNE-afcBU2H3of81fNHLxwlBcKcULeDgjy9S8wZ1k-rSTPyOAFLh7pyNboC3WKH7fUju1UqdSzAeANby44luIEiuBe5NB20yt8JclhD0/s320/DSC03116.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div align="left"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLgiTpXUXPJtDNnyN-g11DwpTTA1ies5XJMzgFdt_A4NiiYs-RrT-hOiXEkxfvKgiPRdP7q3Yd5LJ0tfnVrFJFyzZtGbtjRayDqghRC0-wzzPj09Obb9A5O0u9E5fKmZh8EmBQlkgfLAI/s1600/DSC03117.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671152595794219538" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLgiTpXUXPJtDNnyN-g11DwpTTA1ies5XJMzgFdt_A4NiiYs-RrT-hOiXEkxfvKgiPRdP7q3Yd5LJ0tfnVrFJFyzZtGbtjRayDqghRC0-wzzPj09Obb9A5O0u9E5fKmZh8EmBQlkgfLAI/s320/DSC03117.JPG" border="0" /></a> <span style="font-size:78%;">Bobby Brown Brush Set!!<br /></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbXs5dyniW0Ol7n_ZHr42p6GQuQM9jkjnAK_LokTt-cS-sJVkcaFDUU3qTn516Wc5UWFzH_2Q_8X6JxX5v7LP2P8Bt8rMGrK-3dzDIMvP2Fp4nUTwzrkKlvkSiHAZHQud94EHqfvbjJu0/s1600/DSC03118.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671152503734037122" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbXs5dyniW0Ol7n_ZHr42p6GQuQM9jkjnAK_LokTt-cS-sJVkcaFDUU3qTn516Wc5UWFzH_2Q_8X6JxX5v7LP2P8Bt8rMGrK-3dzDIMvP2Fp4nUTwzrkKlvkSiHAZHQud94EHqfvbjJu0/s320/DSC03118.JPG" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;">Nail Buffers and Hand Sanitizer<br /></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZB3jpHRqPWnM8FaeTSqp3Q2dya89NMPkm-5kyP7jC2deR5jgwmC6dDBV7gPMttclXVB1IwQ9vWo9zjTXkC_vBCgHbwAXXzdEQTf4rZ8_RoPAC2P-H6Ii0xDlZszWwFqsBKLh_hCnGrBg/s1600/DSC03120.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671151847668298242" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZB3jpHRqPWnM8FaeTSqp3Q2dya89NMPkm-5kyP7jC2deR5jgwmC6dDBV7gPMttclXVB1IwQ9vWo9zjTXkC_vBCgHbwAXXzdEQTf4rZ8_RoPAC2P-H6Ii0xDlZszWwFqsBKLh_hCnGrBg/s320/DSC03120.JPG" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;"> Super soft hair </span></div><span style="font-size:78%;"></span></div><br /><br /><div><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></span></div><br /><br /><div align="left"><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Have you ever tried Hana Blacklabel? I haven't heard of it until visiting the misikko website. I'll post a few more links that you may be interested in!</span></span></div><br /><br /><div align="left"><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></span></div><br /><br /><div align="left"><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-size:100%;">If you want to know what is considered the Best Flat Iron, check out this link <a href="http://www.misikko.com/best-flat-iron.html">http://www.misikko.com/best-flat-iron.html</a> </span></span></div><br /><div align="left"><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></span></div><br /><div align="left"><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-size:100%;">If you are in the market for Hair Dryers, check this out: <a href="http://www.misikko.com/hair-dryers.html">http://www.misikko.com/hair-dryers.html</a> </span></span></div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">To learn more about Hana, follow this link!<span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-size:100%;"> <a href="http://www.hanasalon.com/">http://www.hanasalon.com/</a> </span></div><br /><br /><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><br /><br /><div align="left"></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#cc33cc;">Now its your turn to let me know what your current favorite hair products are!!!<br /></span><br /></span></div><br /><div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div></div></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-30875241075115627872011-11-02T11:24:00.000-07:002011-11-02T11:34:34.923-07:00I am back!Hey!<br />I have taken quite a break from writing blogs, but don't worry, I was definitely still reading yours. <br /><br />I have been very busy lately with my makeup artist opportunities. I have my own business now: Makeup By Yelena <a href="http://www.facebook.com/makemeupyelena">www.facebook.com/makemeupyelena</a> . Wait till you see the photos of the weddings, models, fitness models, and nfl cheerleaders that I have been blessed to work with. Photos and stories coming up soon!<br /><br />I have been also continuing the research for the best products! I have many many to share with you. The first review will be of my new favorite hair product: Hana Blacklabel Shineshield. <br />This is better than Moroccan oil - can you believe?? <a href="http://www.misikko.com/hana-shineshield-heat-therapy-blacklabel.html">http://www.misikko.com/hana-shineshield-heat-therapy-blacklabel.html</a> Check it out and look for my review soon!<br /><br />If you have any requests on posts, please leave a comment. Or just comment and say hi!Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-23236412109897504862009-11-07T13:27:00.000-08:002009-11-11T07:43:43.111-08:00Hard Candy and E.L.F Haul<p>Hello my friends!</p><p>I have been very busy lately with life, job, Redskins (we are not doing too well this year, huh?), and various make up artist opportunities, which is why I've been so absent.</p><p>I have many many photos to share with you including my own <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">photoshoot</span>. Also, last night I had a chance to work with my best friend, who is a model and one of the top photographers Tony <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Veloz</span>. I can't wait to share photos with you (as soon as I receive them). I did her make up, and she looked absolutely stunning! Please expect the shoot post in a day or so, where I will list all the techniques and products used. </p><p>I have been trying to make videos for you, but I still need an editing program. Please let me know where I can download a good one (preferably for free...<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">hehe</span>). But I am ready to speak to you on camera, if you are ready for me!!</p><p>I have not been buying much make up lately, but here is my recent haul that I love:</p><p>Hard Candy So Baked <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Bronzer</span> in 132 heat wave <a href="http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12441146">http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12441146</a><br /></p><p>Hard Candy Lipstick in Firewall and Flirt <a href="http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12441018">http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12441018</a> <a href="http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12441019">http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12441019</a></p><p>E.L.F. Waterproof Eyeliner Pen <a href="http://www.eyeslipsface.com/products.asp?dept_id=1235">http://www.eyeslipsface.com/products.asp?dept_id=1235</a></p><p><br />E.L.F. Liquid Shadow in Sultry Satin <a href="http://www.eyeslipsface.com/products.asp?dept_id=1424">http://www.eyeslipsface.com/products.asp?dept_id=1424</a></p><p>This is a photo from last weekend where I incorporated all of these products :-)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnv653bFbHH_XCFZwKbzAmrT7A9UwRor3TqU7CBZgHXLOIgApzVpkVZn8lMuUVhCBimlipKugVoj-qfiljHB94KQz1k_8v_QP5Ua8QcOlsbyEn28HHKEjBvWRJvjcoFomDNyLvx_b8uYc/s1600-h/dsc01863x.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5401953726961171778" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 217px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: left" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnv653bFbHH_XCFZwKbzAmrT7A9UwRor3TqU7CBZgHXLOIgApzVpkVZn8lMuUVhCBimlipKugVoj-qfiljHB94KQz1k_8v_QP5Ua8QcOlsbyEn28HHKEjBvWRJvjcoFomDNyLvx_b8uYc/s400/dsc01863x.jpg" border="0" /></a></p><p>Till next time! </p><p></p>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-24328316060594669792009-07-21T08:35:00.000-07:002009-07-21T08:47:53.391-07:00My Birthday Hello<div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvLC8CkVhH9jXP6q-WWAalMXRkzdJpe7egXFpum_WQTywxpQBQE178wkG6337F0gUnVKgBDsDGpiHz6_Ei8Fwl7_uTef-oM1xV4b22S3uvmhJe2G-nhg9zQG7CEHkh222yB3xtaii3P-I/s1600-h/0717092049.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360938051088172578" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvLC8CkVhH9jXP6q-WWAalMXRkzdJpe7egXFpum_WQTywxpQBQE178wkG6337F0gUnVKgBDsDGpiHz6_Ei8Fwl7_uTef-oM1xV4b22S3uvmhJe2G-nhg9zQG7CEHkh222yB3xtaii3P-I/s400/0717092049.jpg" border="0" /></a><em><span style="font-size:78%;"> Last week in Bahamas</span></em><br /><p><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center">Hey Everyone!!</P></div><div align="center"> </div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">I miss all of you very much! I have been so busy lately with work, life events, and a little vacation :-) that I have neglected one of my favorite things - blogging! Today seemed an appropriate time to reconnect because it is MY BIRTHDAY! </div><div align="left">I am thrilled to see what my 24th year in life will bring - especially in the beauty inspiration department. While being 23 I have attempted to keep the glamour look while kicking it down a notch. I have learned that less is more (at least for a day look). Sometimes a tinted moisturizer is better than foundation, transluscent powder plus bronzer is at times prettier than powder foundation, chap stick/lip gloss is sexier than lipstick. These are just some of the lessons learned. </div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><p>Since I have been gone for so long, do you have any special requests? I promise to respond to every one of your requests within just a few days.</p></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">XO,</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">Yelena</div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></div><br /><br /><br /></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-19576003171470077932009-05-19T12:43:00.000-07:002009-05-21T05:03:50.511-07:00Recent FAVORITESI have been a busy bee recently with so many great and <em>busy </em>things going on. Besides work and family events, I have been involved in a fabulous COUTURE FOR A CURE Fashion show in Washington DC, which raised money for Nadine <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Namoff's</span> Woman of the Year Campaign (money goes to leukemia and lymphoma treatment and research). I have also been going to sporting events and spending very much valuable time with friends :-)<br /><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvi3qu5vAZgWJ2zRzBw5HITFrtvusuwD3gfO1haYnvjIgIvduX2Un3rHXEhde_kRYZk5bfEbg8YW8S0BsIOroRo_l6s8kmsyQb7EZuRz2-7nfVe4YQpoSka2zfbGzMILZIzlJE4BSd6FQ/s1600-h/DSC_1818.JPG_595.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337627839323789602" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 198px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvi3qu5vAZgWJ2zRzBw5HITFrtvusuwD3gfO1haYnvjIgIvduX2Un3rHXEhde_kRYZk5bfEbg8YW8S0BsIOroRo_l6s8kmsyQb7EZuRz2-7nfVe4YQpoSka2zfbGzMILZIzlJE4BSd6FQ/s400/DSC_1818.JPG_595.jpg" border="0" /></a>With that said, I missed you all very much and would love to update you on my recent favorite/Go-to products!!<br /><br /><strong>Foundation/Base<br /></strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Almay</span> Nearly Naked Touch-pad Liquid Foundation - this is incredible...and funny enough, I used to use it in High School. I put just a little bit of this on before concealer application and final look is flawless!<br /><a href="http://www.goodebodies.net/images/3.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.goodebodies.net/images/3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><strong>Concealer<br /></strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Almay</span> Smart Shade Concealer (in Light/Medium) with a breakthrough shade-sensing technology, which "starts out white and adjusts to right." So perfect under eyes and everywhere else. I've fallen for this one.<br /><br /><a href="http://images.almay.com/ImageGallery/almay_06large/img_12562.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 167px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 319px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://images.almay.com/ImageGallery/almay_06large/img_12562.jpg" border="0" /></a> Mary Kay Concealer (in a black tube) color Beige 2 - This one is thicker in texture than <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Almay</span> and still looks amazing under the eyes and everywhere else!<br /><br /><strong>Eye Liner Pencil<br /></strong>Cover Girl Perfect Blend<br />MAC Smolder<br /><a href="http://www.covergirl.com/prodimages/perfect_blend_eyeliner_1.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 167px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 319px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.covergirl.com/prodimages/perfect_blend_eyeliner_1.jpg" border="0" /></a> <strong>Eyeliner Pen (Dupe of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">MAC's</span> Penultimate)</strong><br />Jordana's Eyeliner Pen (only $1.99 and amazing)<br /><br /><strong>Eyeshadow/Eyebrows<br /></strong>MAC Charcoal Brown - This color is perfect (for me). Instead of using a lot of different <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">taupe's</span> and browns on my eyelids at one time, I now only use a light nude color all over and this Charcoal Brown in crease, and it looks better than anything I've tried before (as far as neutral browns). This is also a great color to fill in the brows (for the light brown/medium brown hair).</p><strong>Lips </strong><br />Barry M 101 Lip Paint - Perfect pale/nude pink :-) <p></p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwvWKGmDKuntp7c2vhgPBqmt1jrK-hQ8dTboJIbub877aVxfQ1R8EUnnNfIFE3THKjARAf2_IZeLRrPAk4cnkj6k-wwRvmXsedFbVRXV7n-lFqVQtOXL5onDquIA-9PmheFj6XH_djGcsp/s400/barry+m+marshmellow+lip+paint.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 220px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 260px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwvWKGmDKuntp7c2vhgPBqmt1jrK-hQ8dTboJIbub877aVxfQ1R8EUnnNfIFE3THKjARAf2_IZeLRrPAk4cnkj6k-wwRvmXsedFbVRXV7n-lFqVQtOXL5onDquIA-9PmheFj6XH_djGcsp/s400/barry+m+marshmellow+lip+paint.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />That's all for now, but please expect more Favorite Products Posts coming up shortly!Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-35142403223024134472009-05-15T12:06:00.000-07:002009-05-15T12:33:41.389-07:00Kim Kardashian Queen of Kims ContestBeing the huge Kim <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Kardashian</span> Fan that I am, I went ahead and braved up to enter her Queen of Kim's contest. Have you heard about it? Ladies and Drag Queens will be battling out for number one spot to be Kim's look-a-like. The winner will receive a phone call from Miss Kim herself as well as a bag of her favorite products.<br /><br />I was going to go all out and re-create her look to the Nth degree, but because of the lack of time, I took one of my photos and did some work on it. The photo is 3 years old, and although my hair was darker then, I had to use a bit more of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">photoshop</span> to tone the color down even more :-).<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_W71Cp4GG9VJeYcUnTeV8jhivHyzukNUunT0-fj6mg6r0GPOjLRa2OOvyTbjuyIKabZoi0b-xLMfCZP18LuH56rxEM-xmFg_LrO31jqYhqBGDZCXi1JCwYot_hBQZLL-1dPFI8uzpxdw/s1600-h/Untitled-TrueColor-02.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5336129382440100386" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 221px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_W71Cp4GG9VJeYcUnTeV8jhivHyzukNUunT0-fj6mg6r0GPOjLRa2OOvyTbjuyIKabZoi0b-xLMfCZP18LuH56rxEM-xmFg_LrO31jqYhqBGDZCXi1JCwYot_hBQZLL-1dPFI8uzpxdw/s400/Untitled-TrueColor-02.jpg" border="0" /></a><p>The end result is not completely like her (and why would it be...she is a unique girl), but at least I entered, right? </p><div></div><div><p> Has anyone else entered the contest? I'd love to see your photos!!</div><div>Also, what DO you think of the darker hair color? Maybe its time I go back to the natural dark, no? </p></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-37735398384770865322009-05-12T13:14:00.000-07:002009-05-12T13:17:13.368-07:00My Apology!My fellow bloggers,<br /><br />I am truly sorry for not updating you much lately. I actually have so many pictures to show you and products to review, but I have been so busy for the past 2 weeks. So I apologize to you. The good news: I will post a few fun things very soon for you! Hold tight :-).<br /><br />Sincerely,<br /><br />YelenaYelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-88736784173768064372009-04-27T12:20:00.000-07:002009-04-27T12:21:12.061-07:002009 Healthy Beauty Awards - SELF MagazineHey!<br /><br />My very good friend Jess, who happens to also be my beauty hero (CHECK OUT HER <a href="http://www.gijess.blogspot.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">GIJess</span></a> blog to find out why) has brought the following to my attention last night: <a href="http://www.self.com/beauty/2009/05/healthy-beauty-awards">2009 Healthy Beauty Awards by Self Magazine</a>.<br /><br />This is the 10<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">th</span> annual list of 86 best beauty buys that were selected by 1,370 SELF readers. Some of the picks are considered steals ($10 or less) while others are splurges ($20 or more).<br /><br />I won't list the products here as I really encourage you to check out the website!<br />However, I will list the products out of the 2009 Healthy Beauty Awards that I own and give you my personal recommendations.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZC43Gwp1xeCNtsQauNg5iLz_TXSg5aP9DODZ6X-RQ5YtADu6jcgQh1EcY9K9buR8ED3YcdfdsEYMzhAeJ3id7p5lHW9xy1fh1TZci997F-EGzFgMuBRJIKlXh30yu2va1ymSt_v8rLHE/s1600-h/bloggy.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5329448388575317906" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 241px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZC43Gwp1xeCNtsQauNg5iLz_TXSg5aP9DODZ6X-RQ5YtADu6jcgQh1EcY9K9buR8ED3YcdfdsEYMzhAeJ3id7p5lHW9xy1fh1TZci997F-EGzFgMuBRJIKlXh30yu2va1ymSt_v8rLHE/s400/bloggy.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIqPgLnX0B1KmduDIQLfSWY383kLl9ho6dethY4fS3o1P4LujgaeUKHH3vHhST3Yzwo23kC88NzRpwCmNierbk9u58yl_4rX4gESjTB8tgLI-6Ncb2oeokFD-ULNUEmGfFNvIVXM9g8dY/s1600-h/bloggy.bmp"></a>I am looking forward to trying a few other products that have been voted as the best beauty products of 2009, some of which include:</div><div></div><ul><li><strong>Best Hairspray</strong> - <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">L'Oreal</span> Paris <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Elnett</span> Satin Hairspray</li><li><strong>Best All-Around Conditioner</strong> - <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Garnier</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Fructis</span> Sleek & Shine Instant Melting Conditioner<br /></li><li><strong>Best Concealer</strong> - <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Almay</span> Smart Shade Concealer<br /></li></ul><p>What about you? Do you own anything from the list? Anything you want to try?</p>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-56931864157822868362009-04-27T07:45:00.001-07:002009-04-27T09:51:42.903-07:00Kim Kardashian = BLONDE!<div align="center">DID YOU SEE? DID YOU SEE?</div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNMSGHCxOjsmKKsS3Us2NmeOak_UyAcYxbJNJ_5gjN53UyQjQK6W27VYQVg4tzWiS5W7jwvC1telabjLamHxW_FGsbiGycgPc4ntSPUyyheClhuXpms0tHB8h53f6YZpa2RUs_gCUf6wY/s1600-h/6869899.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5329382406828854930" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNMSGHCxOjsmKKsS3Us2NmeOak_UyAcYxbJNJ_5gjN53UyQjQK6W27VYQVg4tzWiS5W7jwvC1telabjLamHxW_FGsbiGycgPc4ntSPUyyheClhuXpms0tHB8h53f6YZpa2RUs_gCUf6wY/s320/6869899.jpg" border="0" /> <p align="center"></a> <span style="font-size:78%;">Kim's Twitter photo</span></p><p>Miss Kim is now a blondie! I love her as a brunette because it is so exotic, but because my current hair color is very similar to her new one (and I feel a bit biased as a result), I am beginning to like this look as well! Her new hair color reminds me a little bit of Jennifer Lopez, and I know Kim is a huge fan of hers.<br /><br /><!-- BlogPolls --><br /><script type="text/javascript" language="javascript" src="http://www.blogpolls.com/poll/56088.js"></script><br /><noscript><a href="http://www.blogpolls.com/poll/56088.html">Blog Polls</a></noscript><!-- /BlogPolls --><br /><br />P.S. It is actually a wig!!!! She fooled all of us :-)Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-72962649581138312912009-04-23T09:32:00.000-07:002009-04-23T12:16:38.634-07:00Favorite Drugstore Lip Glosses - Look Hot Saving MoneyWho said that you have to spend a lot of money on beautiful lip glosses? Drugstores have a number of great choices that are comparable to MAC, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">NARS</span>, and other upscale brands. And please trust when I say, I am very picky. Qualities that I particularly avoid in lip glosses are: sticky, watery, oily, too sheer, and too sparkly. Also being the fan of nude/light pink lip color that I am, I am very particular about color payoff. My lips are naturally red, so I need a very pigmented nude color in order to achieve my signature look :-).<br /><br />Please let's give a round of applause for the three Drugstore lip gloss winners: <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">L'Oreal</span> Bubble Gum, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Neutrogena</span> Groove, and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Neutrogena</span> Whisper.<br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijTc-ULWoKYWQTbgoofY2aXGHJezJMlo6XGG3USE8_zOmL9p9lbr_3hrhXAbbAvKOtAjt4l1LKqHF8xdi-zSqTrpsRhuqD7r8XbwMc7vyMrFCTZ7xX3zw8b4bwr53UIyDxR-YUSLRgv_U/s1600-h/0423091112.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5327927708088499986" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijTc-ULWoKYWQTbgoofY2aXGHJezJMlo6XGG3USE8_zOmL9p9lbr_3hrhXAbbAvKOtAjt4l1LKqHF8xdi-zSqTrpsRhuqD7r8XbwMc7vyMrFCTZ7xX3zw8b4bwr53UIyDxR-YUSLRgv_U/s320/0423091112.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;">(From Left to Right in Both Photos) <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">L'Oreal</span> - Bubble Gum, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Neutrogena</span> - Groove, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Neutrogena</span> - Whisper</span></div><span style="font-size:78%;"><div align="center"><br /></div></span><div align="left"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgepHBlw6rlSIggvKn2fePQiKIKujfpIFxgw-2zIhI8oxtuHftGroNTpq7vl01KVIYSDuxskY4QqoXXbLs8jPpn4O-Sw_GmSlABEErJ8nHxKaAqBqGGQRXKPPHoqz_TE4HP6GIR7nBZHoE/s1600-h/0423091106a.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5327927623137330946" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgepHBlw6rlSIggvKn2fePQiKIKujfpIFxgw-2zIhI8oxtuHftGroNTpq7vl01KVIYSDuxskY4QqoXXbLs8jPpn4O-Sw_GmSlABEErJ8nHxKaAqBqGGQRXKPPHoqz_TE4HP6GIR7nBZHoE/s320/0423091106a.jpg" border="0" /></a> What do you think of the colors? I am in awe :-). </div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><em><p>Bubble Gum</em> by <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">L'Oreal</span> is a very light peachy pink and a perfect dupe of MAC Underage! I just put them side by side and they are identical. What an easy method to save $7. It is also a huge plus that the gloss has a yummy hint of a fresh and fruity scent.</p></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><em><p>Groove</em> by <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Neutrogena</span> is a typical baby Barbie Pink color, which is VERY similar to Kim <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Kardashian's</span> favorite <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">NARS</span> lip gloss in Turkish Delight. I like this product even better due to its price, consistency, and smell. I have read positive and somewhat negative reviews for this lip gloss, but I love it completely. Turkish Delight would disappear on my lips, whereas this product stays :-). And once again, you can save about $14!</p></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><em><p>Whisper</em> by <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">Neutrogena</span> probably resembles another famous and more expensive lip gloss, but I have not thought this far. I just really like the nude lip look that this gloss provides. Simple as that!</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><p>Do you have any drugstore favorites? </p></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-23694291470258654772009-04-14T21:04:00.000-07:002009-04-15T12:33:24.570-07:00FOTD's and Product Reivew<div align="left">I had a small event last night, and thought it would be a great opportunity for me to do a Face of the Day (<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">FOTD</span>) post for you today. Please let me know if you have any questions! </div><p align="center"><strong>Getting Ready<br /></p></strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3myr-_tyFiiWXPeYd4SvwUOpYBLy7n85MLhZo7TitfLPGwXfS1XPF_zyccEfSbrP4j0aOnkycanPZ2p11VrfnMcMZhL9u-13lcEDA778Dbqc_e7LZJ8fOCeS18D-7DE1OWRpsutR9ZL8/s1600-h/DSC00768.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324765190941390898" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 269px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3myr-_tyFiiWXPeYd4SvwUOpYBLy7n85MLhZo7TitfLPGwXfS1XPF_zyccEfSbrP4j0aOnkycanPZ2p11VrfnMcMZhL9u-13lcEDA778Dbqc_e7LZJ8fOCeS18D-7DE1OWRpsutR9ZL8/s400/DSC00768.JPG" border="0" /></a><br />My make up is done, but the hair still needs some work in this picture.<br /><br /><p><em>Face:</em><br />Laura <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Mercier</span> Tinted Moisturizer (Original formula) in Sand<br />Make Up Forever Lift Concealer in #3 under eyes<br />Make Up Forever <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">HD</span> Powder to set everything<br />Too Faced Chocolate <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">bronzer</span><br />MAC Peachy blush<br />MAC Soft and Gentle Hi-lighter on upper cheek bones and nose</p><p><em>Eyes:</em><br />Too Faced Shadow Insurance<br />Coastal Scents Neutral Pallet colors (<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Beiges</span>, Dark Browns, even the very dark burgundy, which almost looks black)<br />MAC Penultimate Eyeliner (a little on top and bottom)<br />MAC Smolder pencil along waterline<br /><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Maybelline</span> Define A Lash Mascara<br />#116 Ardelle Lashes - love them!!!</p><p><em>Lips:</em><br />MAC Lip <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Erase</span> (as base)<br />Sally Beauty Supply thick lip pencil in Shimmering Raisin<br /><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Rimmel</span> Lipstick in <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Frosted</span></p><p align="center"><strong>Complete Look </strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhl0VLlYfgmygeSm68o4WQbnc_NdoAXtD8bK9-Nkefkqbm7bR8NyCFhPUuWP69V9yz3-4Az4DVzTaBxojyrXiCVteuVjuaVXaFvBtqbHo9urVP8W9Ykd8S0kQIHzzcn2NrtmeagPqtU9w/s1600-h/DSC00770.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324765012351877170" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 362px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhl0VLlYfgmygeSm68o4WQbnc_NdoAXtD8bK9-Nkefkqbm7bR8NyCFhPUuWP69V9yz3-4Az4DVzTaBxojyrXiCVteuVjuaVXaFvBtqbHo9urVP8W9Ykd8S0kQIHzzcn2NrtmeagPqtU9w/s400/DSC00770.JPG" border="0" /></a> My hair is all finished! I used the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Enzo</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">Milano</span> Wand, which I absolutely love! I personally have never owned a better curling tool prior to this one.<br /></p><div align="center"><strong>Hair</strong> </div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkcwVYZfNfYjNg76XkgVxrlRFaHJGGApazkks8yGXtfE6iEsWrDerDzkkDZ6f9_5q_dvgLq8CvzetQPnzLbYHaRpKWhAvfO95kvJ6xjxKUfCKA_6ktkhrA62qw9xaDvIs0-04DVr6gweI/s1600-h/DSC00769.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324764809164446418" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 185px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkcwVYZfNfYjNg76XkgVxrlRFaHJGGApazkks8yGXtfE6iEsWrDerDzkkDZ6f9_5q_dvgLq8CvzetQPnzLbYHaRpKWhAvfO95kvJ6xjxKUfCKA_6ktkhrA62qw9xaDvIs0-04DVr6gweI/s400/DSC00769.JPG" border="0" /></a> <p>What do you think? It actually did not take me long at all (thanks to <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">Enzo</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">Milano</span>). In order to add volume and length I used 4 wefts of human hair extensions in 20 inch and 18 inch (and although I love the look, I don't do this on a daily basis). </p><p align="left"><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13">Bumpit</span></strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU_C167_nMmNS-aAbfX7Y0L680gXgdRxy-YqhyphenhyphenFP83L_Ncj01q21aqpJJEKgz9D6Qo9tKQrdQAXbWlbyIGOl8y7jxrfSUNFVRc2z8NxyGKp7MYPEnUPcBQzdqKNC2GLy13tumgD6ZuGtM/s1600-h/DSC00774.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324764684347309570" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 270px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU_C167_nMmNS-aAbfX7Y0L680gXgdRxy-YqhyphenhyphenFP83L_Ncj01q21aqpJJEKgz9D6Qo9tKQrdQAXbWlbyIGOl8y7jxrfSUNFVRc2z8NxyGKp7MYPEnUPcBQzdqKNC2GLy13tumgD6ZuGtM/s400/DSC00774.JPG" border="0" /></a>I've grown to love <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14">bumpits</span>. Personally, I am not a fan of teasing hair, nor am I a fan of hairspray. By using <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_15">bumpits</span> I avoid both of those methods. After I finished styling my hair, I lifted up the hair on my crown area and placed the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_16">bumpit</span> right along the roots. I shifted the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_17">bumpit</span> around in place for a few seconds to ensure security. Once I felt confident that the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_18">bumpit</span> would stay in place, I dropped my hair loose over the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_19">bumpit</span>. That's it! Oh, and in case you wonder, I wore this handy little tool for over 3 hours without any problems or discomfort. </p><p align="left"></p><p align="left">If you don't already own <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_20">Bumpits</span> but are interested, click below to either buy them or simply read a little more: <a href="http://www.sallybeauty.com/bumpits/BUMPIT01,default,pd.html">http://www.sallybeauty.com/bumpits/BUMPIT01,default,pd.html</a><br /><br />Note: Of course, as almost every product out there, this is not for everyone. Not everyone will like it as much as others, but you just might!!<br /></p><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3mgVQa_Gzcosgz29y3vAPri3ZT9xRWLZszPiKiDjzvpRM70oVWPSaXyAPgUcSzK_n8ojfLZeYu0fQ34DPqCI4HK9TFB5eW1CGBrvofhfcdp73UmxUZq0MN34GmN4BselgO1PvG8tkkks/s1600-h/DSC00768.JPG"></a></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-8057500311429348532009-04-14T07:58:00.000-07:002009-04-14T08:14:25.314-07:00Perfume of the Month<div align="center"><strong>Tommy Hilfiger - Dreaming</strong></div><div align="center"><a href="http://www.fragrantica.com/images/perfume/nd.1722.jpg"><span style="color:#0000ff;"></span><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 365px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.fragrantica.com/images/perfume/nd.1722.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p align="left">This smell is so beautiful, girly, and flirty - a total package for Spring. </p></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">Notes are: white peach, tuberose, freesia, white hibiscus, white woods, and orris.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><p>The overall smell is very fresh and radiant, and when I spritz it on, I almost get a kick of extra energy. Weird, right? Although I own more perfumes than you'd ever wish to know, I am quite picky with smells. This one won me over recently, although it has been released over a year ago! I realize that perfume is very personal, and what may smell amazing to one person may not seem as appealing to another. However, I think this particular perfume would cater to most women, especially to those between ages 18 and 34.</p><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">And now its your turn!</span> </strong><em><span style="color:#ffcccc;">What is your favorite perfume right now?</span></em></span></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-72232461623754603452009-04-09T09:25:00.000-07:002009-04-09T09:46:47.621-07:00Aussie Leave-In Conditioner, Hair Insurance<a href="http://www.colormegorgeous.com/rating/data/23/aussie.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.colormegorgeous.com/rating/data/23/aussie.jpg" border="0" /></a>Having soft, manageable, and silky hair is so beautiful, but the price of getting there for some is NOT! Well, you DON'T always have to purchase beyond expensive hair care to have perfect hair and this newly-discovered-by-Yelena product is your proof!<br /><div></div><br /><div>I am talking about Aussie Leave-In Conditioner, Hair Insurance!! </div><div></div><div><strong><p>The Description:</strong> A true work-a-<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">holic</span>, this leave-in conditioner, accented with Australian Silk Protein, puts in overtime to keep hair strong. Married to its job. burning the midnight oil. Any way you put it (which should be in your hair). Hair Insurance Leave-in conditioner spray is always working hard to ward off hair-related accidents. Add some <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Roo</span> to your do!</p></div><div></div><div><strong><p>Cost:</strong> anywhere from $3-5 depending on where you buy</p></div><div></div><div><p>In addition to being such an effective product (my hair is so soft right now :-), it smells SO GOOD!! Aussie Leave-In Conditioner, Hair Insurance smells like the beach. I can't put my finger, or more precisely, nose on it, but I smell some coconut and pineapple and perhaps many more <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">beachy</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">fuity</span> smells that exist. </p></div><div></div><div><p>Have you tried?</></div><div><span style="color:#ffff33;"></span></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-29380636032779942872009-04-08T09:20:00.000-07:002009-04-08T09:57:38.848-07:00My 4 Week Challenge UPDATEBesides the fact that I'm working very hard on getting into tip top shape and have lost 4 pounds in 2 weeks, I have a very helpful TIP for anyone who doesn't already know/follow this.<br /><br />TIP: <strong>Eat 6 - 8 small healthy meals a day instead of 3 big ones!</strong> I think we all know this (I know I have for years), but we don't always follow this helpful rule. It works though! <br /><br />It is 12:45 pm right now, and I have eaten:<br /><br />-lite cream cheese on whole wheat grain bread (9 am)<br />-Yogurt (10:30 am)<br />-Beef Jerky (11:40 am)<br />-Slim Fast (12:30 pm)<br /><span style="font-size:78%;">Note: beef jerky is actually an awesome snack! Not many calories at all and hardly any <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">carbs</span>!</span><br /><br />See, all this could be consumed in one meal, but I broke it up into 4. I will continue to do so for the rest of the day. Eating less quantity but more times will cause your metabolism to speed up, did you know that? And I'm also thinking, this method would cause you to not feel too hungry at any point of the day, which in turn will naturally cause you to consume less (not that you need to but in case that's your goal)<br /><br />I'm sorry to my readers who have been doing this all along...you are probably thinking, "duh!! this is nothing new, Yelena!"<br /><br />However, I am so sure that there are many people out there who don't follow the eating 6-8 times a day method, so hopefully at least 1 or 2 of you will see this!<br /><br />And now I would love to hear from you:<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;font-size:100%;">Do you have any tips?</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;font-size:100%;">Do you eat 6-8 times a day? If so, do you notice a difference?</span></strong>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-6385508590944356182009-04-08T07:41:00.000-07:002009-04-08T08:19:08.350-07:00Bronzer Battle: Too Faced vs. SmashboxMy curiosity never fails to amaze me...and perhaps that is something that a lot of us beauty lovers have in common!<br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3vWB4pexkqj4EbpbL5TAiWOTVa4Fl9qnKiwp7BxQ4KT82ZwrPG4p_B_FFPsjPgTGkkPkVrrnSZ1lnu88t4xKGZ9TUWglX8B_78xZWfl3L8nZTsoc_6tJuiZiYBJ8XJ043OUtQBjDuyAQ/s1600-h/0408090823.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5322332448967517618" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3vWB4pexkqj4EbpbL5TAiWOTVa4Fl9qnKiwp7BxQ4KT82ZwrPG4p_B_FFPsjPgTGkkPkVrrnSZ1lnu88t4xKGZ9TUWglX8B_78xZWfl3L8nZTsoc_6tJuiZiYBJ8XJ043OUtQBjDuyAQ/s320/0408090823.jpg" border="0" /></a> <em><span style="font-size:78%;">The picture was taken in a bad lighting so the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">orangy</span> colors you see are not true to reality.</span></em> <em><span style="font-size:78%;">Both <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">bronzer</span> are natural brown. </span></em></div><div align="center"><em><span style="font-size:78%;"><br /></span></em><div align="left"></div><div align="left">I have just recently discovered my favorite <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">bronzer</span> by <em>Too Faced</em> Chocolate <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Soleil</span> Matte Bronzing Powder, but what do you think I did yesterday? I bought yet ANOTHER <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">bronzer</span>, which happens to be Kim <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Kardashian's</span> favorite - Bronze Lights in Suntan Matte by <em><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Smashbox</span></em>. </div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><p>I compared the two this morning and....want to take a guess?</p></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><p> To my surprise I favored <strong>Too Faced <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Bronzer</span></strong>! I am a huge fan of Kim <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Kardashian</span> and think she is amazingly beautiful, so I am completely shocked that I still <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">preferred</span> my <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">bronzer</span> pick over hers!</p></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><strong></strong></div><div align="left"><strong><p>Bottom line</strong>: The colors are similar...almost identical. However, Too Faced is much more pigmented and goes on smoother than <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">Smashbox</span>...just a little! With Too Faced, even though the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">bronzer</span> is matte, your skin will absolutely glow after application simply because of how smooth the product is. You can layer this bronzer and thus achieve flexibility in color. And a huge perk on top of all of its great qualities, Too Faced bronzer smells and even tastes (but you didn't hear that part from me) AMAZING!</p></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><p>Smashbox is a nice matte bronzer too but is not as pigmented as Too Faced. Some of you may prefer that, but I like to work with a bit of pigmintation. Also, although it looked good as far as color went, my skin did not look like anything special after application. It was just a normal bronze contoured face...very every day, very regular, not bad, in fact good, but not better than Too Faced. :-) </p></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-32044259737552230132009-04-02T22:11:00.001-07:002009-04-03T11:28:30.357-07:00Deliciously Phenomenal Bronzer!<div align="center"><span style="font-size:180%;">Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzing Powder</span></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifklvEyzgUqILAGS-T88lVVkCAzj9cDSVQUn08UaSWy0bbmMygVmenLHISZHUQ8JTJjkdgQAD_wECnotYx40_l9S7MqVNZwIUHZHpWsRxrUYSSkpnvO6f52rFsQAfHdIF3mF-fjThE6FE/s1600-h/2108269.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320499119505201890" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifklvEyzgUqILAGS-T88lVVkCAzj9cDSVQUn08UaSWy0bbmMygVmenLHISZHUQ8JTJjkdgQAD_wECnotYx40_l9S7MqVNZwIUHZHpWsRxrUYSSkpnvO6f52rFsQAfHdIF3mF-fjThE6FE/s320/2108269.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Having a glowy bronze skin all year around is the sexiest look in my opinion. You look healthy, refreshed, brighter and even relaxed. I have found some amazing bronzers over the past few years, and I have just recently discovered one more that I truly recommend to all of you - <em>Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzing Powder.</em><br /><br />According to Sephora.com<em>,</em><br /><em></em><br /><strong>What it does: </strong>Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzing Powder makes getting glam-and-tan downright delicious. Too Face combines the natural, therapeutic effects of real cocoa powder with their signature bronzing pigments, creating a unique matte bronzer that neutralizes red and evens out and enhances all skintones. The complexion is left with a flawless finish, a gorgeous radiance, and a subtly sweet scent.<br /><br /><strong>What else you need to know</strong>:Bask in beautiful bronze with this crave-worthy (calorie-free!) compact that's sure to excite your senses. This ultra-sheer formula is easy to customize, so you will always look naturally irresistible—never orangey. Get glowing, golden goddess!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvEIKITcazl6RBVES-XilFHwJi1jrRlEz_GN9Kd3FwKb0s0txvvXyPgO08_IlmhEyLZ5OwByjsCZ6KzXlWH9rNbsOEEO_ucYxeavATJBEy50ehU3woueRdSS420QeDVLw1LXPAUs12hCg/s1600-h/DSC00731.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320328627733055522" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 233px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvEIKITcazl6RBVES-XilFHwJi1jrRlEz_GN9Kd3FwKb0s0txvvXyPgO08_IlmhEyLZ5OwByjsCZ6KzXlWH9rNbsOEEO_ucYxeavATJBEy50ehU3woueRdSS420QeDVLw1LXPAUs12hCg/s320/DSC00731.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV6KS-TTpfXB-lWJB0k-D4uCyLdqmmQRzurgVY072uqOdfphSNXsWp3m2pgLI9uhh2x4egatvldVV76Pnu-ZIO3tXPGzTfi4URVo55tBw492Tf8xFdgxEkimmX7QeKm4fQlAfwbewVQgw/s1600-h/DSC00728.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320328494958511346" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 218px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV6KS-TTpfXB-lWJB0k-D4uCyLdqmmQRzurgVY072uqOdfphSNXsWp3m2pgLI9uhh2x4egatvldVV76Pnu-ZIO3tXPGzTfi4URVo55tBw492Tf8xFdgxEkimmX7QeKm4fQlAfwbewVQgw/s320/DSC00728.JPG" border="0" /></a><strong> My own notes:</strong> This is a perfect brown, matte, super smooth, AND DELICIOUS bronzer (although pricey $28)!! But honestly, this is perfect for any skin color. It is so important to own a matte bronzer, I can't stress this enough. Do you own one? </div><div> </div><div>I'm in love....</div><div> </div><div>Please comment back and let me know if you have tried this :-)<br /></div><div></div><div> </div></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-64524002727150785742009-04-02T22:08:00.000-07:002009-04-03T09:01:20.022-07:00Enzo Milano Fabulosity<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">FABULOSITY</span>!!!!<br /><br />That's the only word that kept going through my mind after I opened my UPS box inside of which was no other than the fabulous 1-inch <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Enzo</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Milano</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Clipless</span> Curling Iron that I mentioned to you in my eBay Haul Post!!!!<br /><br />Can you tell I am excited?<br /><br />I won't tell you too much about it as it is a pretty simple product (and you can see the photo below), but let me just say that this product rocks! Why? The <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Enzo</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Milano</span> iron is light, easy to use, super fast, achieves the prettiest <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">beachy</span>/celebrity waves! Gorgeous yet Effortless!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaZlWsWtVv9_D-KeIGkPFU9k9xXUoA3Lhbr0Tu7v9MBr0K-2y5FIcUC49CbOGYxi_3MvDI09Inhg656SdW85LkT7gl8A1YvWL3z7uI6ISCBLlUFHklAe3LSXNHkdrVrw4GVd67DLDhcR0/s1600-h/DSC00740.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320328133098759730" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaZlWsWtVv9_D-KeIGkPFU9k9xXUoA3Lhbr0Tu7v9MBr0K-2y5FIcUC49CbOGYxi_3MvDI09Inhg656SdW85LkT7gl8A1YvWL3z7uI6ISCBLlUFHklAe3LSXNHkdrVrw4GVd67DLDhcR0/s320/DSC00740.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0uETDtCVPCRKBfByhqLRDW6X5nggkoDMBLF0csM_eRk_XW2hPtMm7GDVBumUEy8t5MH5Br_6-yuAeQmxTZjqX_yj5k6DgN_CxnaJdwyBJGl1_FJddOxnTn8mNzNxW4NiqgUubFNVburU/s1600-h/DSC00739.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320327800523733346" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 312px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0uETDtCVPCRKBfByhqLRDW6X5nggkoDMBLF0csM_eRk_XW2hPtMm7GDVBumUEy8t5MH5Br_6-yuAeQmxTZjqX_yj5k6DgN_CxnaJdwyBJGl1_FJddOxnTn8mNzNxW4NiqgUubFNVburU/s320/DSC00739.JPG" border="0" /></a> As I've mentioned in the previous post, instead of dropping over $100, I only paid $32.99 on eBay!<br /></div><div>eBay seller: <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">manonspring</span> <a href="http://myworld.ebay.com/manonspring/">http://myworld.ebay.com/manonspring/</a><br /> </div><div>I recommend :-)</div><div> </div><div>p.s. I am happy with the regular shape of the iron! I used to want the conical shaped one, but no...this one is perfect!!!!<br /></div><div></div><div><br /> </div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-3907936158729009062009-03-30T12:30:00.000-07:002009-03-30T13:09:25.890-07:00eBay HaulJust minutes after creating the previous post I discovered a very inexpensive <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Enzo</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Milano</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">clipless</span> curling iron. It is not a conical shape, just a regular <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">cylindrical</span> shape...but I figured I may as well start somewhere, right?<br /><br /><a href="http://i8.ebayimg.com/07/i/000/81/64/1198_1_sbol.JPG"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://i8.ebayimg.com/07/i/000/81/64/1198_1_sbol.JPG" border="0" /></a><br />eBay seller: <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">manonspring</span> <a href="http://myworld.ebay.com/manonspring/">http://myworld.ebay.com/manonspring/</a><br />Price: $32.99 (free shipping) I know it seems too good to be true but this seller has very positive feedback.<br /><br />Additional Information:<br />-Aluminum Teflon coated Barrels to provide a protective barrier between the hair and heated iron providing more damage control.<br />-Reduced friction and<br />-Newest ceramic technology provides consistent temp curl after curl<br />-Ceramic heat will ensure the penetration of silk molecules to the hair<br />-Hair is heated softly and evenly from inside out<br />-Fraction of time curling<br />-Ceramic will produce negative ions to seal the cuticles and repel humidity<br />-Provides Raw infrared rays for superior protection to hair<br />-Ceramic far infrared rays reduce frizz and make the hair soft, shinny and healthier.<br /><br />Once I receive this product and test it out, I will let you know if I recommend for you to buy it as well :-)<br />**<br />***<br />****<br />*****<br />Another very recent (but expensive) purchase of mine is Glamour Extensions.<br />These are so cool! These one-piece 100% Human Remy extensions have been featured in many magazines and worn by numerous celebrities!<br /><br /><br /><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAjIsPTPxQVLMMzA6z8KGG8ZcqlFlqXSk-azKMsrvq6LMuRZX7vbulkat-Qaya1j0NdBRaFJkPjCtt0zkhgnDzGT3wmoHTbyw3cqkeHm6QdnXsV7e_bcuCnpdlTaThZN5SHc35ulS30b8/s1600-h/extensions.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319068047872408386" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAjIsPTPxQVLMMzA6z8KGG8ZcqlFlqXSk-azKMsrvq6LMuRZX7vbulkat-Qaya1j0NdBRaFJkPjCtt0zkhgnDzGT3wmoHTbyw3cqkeHm6QdnXsV7e_bcuCnpdlTaThZN5SHc35ulS30b8/s320/extensions.JPG" border="0" /></a>So you know how there are a lot of one-piece <em>synthetic</em> hair extensions on the market currently. They are easy to put on (although some brands have weak clips) and give you added length and volume in minutes.</p><p>Glamour extensions use the best and purest Remy hair on the market. The extensions that I purchased were a one-piece 21 inch (layered) hair in Color 4/27, which is chocolate brown with <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">blonde</span> highlights. Because the hair is human, I'll be able to style them in various ways. </p><p>eBay Seller: <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">glamourextensions</span> <a href="http://myworld.ebay.com/glamourextensions/">http://myworld.ebay.com/glamourextensions/</a></p><p>Price: $169.99 (plus shipping) Yikes!! I'm not buying anything else for a long time now!<br /></p><p>Please let me know if you own any of these products. Also please let me know if you would spend this money on hair or if you think its just plain silly. I love your opinions!!</p>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-4385425728064227592009-03-30T09:22:00.000-07:002009-03-30T10:25:02.924-07:00Please Advise - Conical Curling Iron??Hello everyone!<br /><br />I hope you had a wonderful weekend! Mine was a bit tiring as I was at the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">cheerleading</span>/ambassador try outs (only on Saturday but somehow I am still trying to recover) and I have photos that I'll show you in one of my next posts. (By the way, I totally used one of the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">bumpits</span> in my hair at try outs, and it stayed and looked great!!!)<br /><br />I need your advice. There is a fairly new tool on the market, which seems to be very popular in parts of Europe and Australia. I am talking about the Conical Ceramic Curling Iron. It is <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">clipless</span> and is shaped like a cone, which gives you the flexibility of achieving any size curls. This product makes the curling/waving process much faster. You simply wrap your hair all the way around and hold for just a few seconds, then release. Lollipop26 is known for using this product by <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Babyliss</span> Pro (and her hair is so cute!)<br /><a href="http://www.myhaircare.com.au/product/370.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 251px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 269px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.myhaircare.com.au/product/370.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>I've looked everywhere: <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Ulta</span> website, Sally Beauty Supply website, etc. I could not find anything like this anywhere. I have found similar products by <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Enzo</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Milano</span>, but the prices are super high. </div><div> </div><div>So now I turn to you beautiful ladies. Do you have any advice on where us ladies in the United States can purchase such a product? Is online the only option really? I would hate to spend over $100 for a styling tool (although I have done so when I bought T3 Hair dryer - amazing!). </div><div> </div><div>Please let me know your thoughts!! </div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-61435582754383560852009-03-25T12:10:00.000-07:002009-03-26T11:46:22.358-07:00How I Try to Stay In Shape - 4 Week ChallengeHey!<br /><br />I've been asked to discuss what I eat on a daily basis, what I do when I work out, and how I don't become bored at the gym. I will take yesterday as an example since it is fairly standard.<br /><br /><strong>FOOD </strong><br />I do not have a very strict diet. Neither do I eat the same food every day (not that I think that anyone should or does). Here is what I ate yesterday:<br /><br /><strong>Morning (9 am)</strong>-<br /><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Slimfast</span> shake in Cappuccino<br />Apple sauce<br />A little bit of oatmeal (hot cereal)<br /><br /><strong>Between Breakfast and Lunch (10:30 am)</strong>-<br />A few smoked almonds<br /><br /><strong>Lunch (12:15 pm)</strong>-<br />Small piece of salmon<br />Green salad (with fat free Italian dressing, cucumbers, lettuce, tomatoes)<br />2 onion rings (<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">hehe</span>)<br /><br /><strong>Between Lunch and Dinner (3:00 pm)</strong><br /><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Slimfast</span> shake in Cappuccino<br /><br /><strong>Dinner (6 pm)</strong> -<br />Spring egg roll (veggie)<br />Veggie Lo Mien with a lot of broccoli (very spicy...spice speeds up metabolism)<br /><br />Note: I am not really mentioning drinks here because its mainly just water (sometimes with lemons)<br /><br /><strong>WORKOUT</strong><br />I went to the gym late last night (8:45 pm - 10:05 pm)<br /><br />1) <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Cardio</span> on the Elliptical Machine with varying resistances for 25 minutes Note: I don't think that doing <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">cardio</span> for a very long time will do any good. The best workout is a mix of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">cardio</span> and weights.<br /><br />2) Lower Abs by lifting myself off the ground with my weight supported by my arms. I lifted my legs up and down (50 times).<br /><br />3) Inner and Outer Thigh toning on a special machine (for each exercise I did 3 sets of ten using 50lb, 60lb, and 70lb)<br /><a href="http://www.donoliver.co.nz/images/TB-0705%20Inner%20Thigh%20Machine.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 555px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 555px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.donoliver.co.nz/images/TB-0705%20Inner%20Thigh%20Machine.jpg" border="0" /></a> <div>4) Back, shoulders, and biceps using weights (50 times. Started with 20lb and finished with 30lb) </div><div><br />5) More abs! I grabbed a 2lb ball, positioned myself on an incline with my feet secured on an incline above the rest of my body and I would sit up and lay back down while holding the ball. I switched from doing normal straight sit ups to sideways sit ups. </div><div><br />6) And More abs!! This time I used an ab machine. Its tough to explain it</div><br /><div> </div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.cityoflafayette.com/Images/ImageManager/Ab-machine_forweb.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 312px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.cityoflafayette.com/Images/ImageManager/Ab-machine_forweb.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><br /><p>And that is it! Do I get bored at the gym? Its a tough question. You know, the toughest part is actually preparing to go there especially since it is late and after a long day at work. Sometimes I just want to sit on my couch and watch <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">TV</span> or read a book. But once I am at the gym, I am more than happy. It is very motivating to know that I am doing something healthy and when I see others at the gym working hard it just inspires me to do better. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Cardio</span> can get a little uninteresting, but I just stare at the TV in front of me (even though there is no sound). Then I begin thinking about life in general, and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">that's</span> when I feel entertained enough. </p><p>I would love to hear about your experiences, techniques, eating habits, etc. :-)</p><p> </p>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-56489850449053458852009-03-24T10:39:00.000-07:002009-03-24T11:27:34.040-07:00My 4 Week Challenge (created by BUBBLEGARM)Hi!<br /><br />BUBBLEGARM was so smart to create a 4 Week Challenge, inspiring others to take the next 4 weeks to do whatever we need to do to look the way we've always wanted to.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieAXrW3MXYIL4wLUePqSWiQW93DWlEahnJGlQHSSwJ3B2lTrXvyGdK8YDMdI9RjsEHBdcM3H46xE56Bh9y1kGAkb5LrW7neWI3CimqC4lCNcRGdcvDAA5fuKUoquoEO5luhMM4PM-ndGA/s1600-h/0323092247.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316810822265844914" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieAXrW3MXYIL4wLUePqSWiQW93DWlEahnJGlQHSSwJ3B2lTrXvyGdK8YDMdI9RjsEHBdcM3H46xE56Bh9y1kGAkb5LrW7neWI3CimqC4lCNcRGdcvDAA5fuKUoquoEO5luhMM4PM-ndGA/s400/0323092247.jpg" border="0" /></a>Consequently enough I just took the picture you see above yesterday, which happens to be reavealing enough to show you what I'm working with here. I have been working out pretty hard lately, and my food has been nutrioutous for the most part, and mainly this is because I am trying out (in a few days) to be on the Washington Redskins Cheereader Ambassador squad for 2009. This squad is a group of women who are seen at every Football game and at events throughout the Washington DC Metro area mingling with the fans while the Cheerleaders entertain them with their hot dance moves on the field. I have been a part of such an amazing and fun squad for the past 3 seasons, but we all have to re-try out every year. In order to make it on the team, one of the qualifications is to be very fit (as you can probably imagine). Thus, I've been working very hard.<br /><br />However, I will take the next 4 weeks to work on my <strong>abs</strong> even more. They are not completely where I would like them to be. I will continue to eat healthy food and exercise very regularly. I will keep you posted on the progress and outcome.<br /><br />Also I must mention that for try outs the girls must wear a cute outfit that shows our tummies and everything else basically. Each year I grab a needle, some fabric, glitter, and get to work. I have not made the outfit that you see above completely from scratch, but definitely for the most part. Yes, I've poked myself with a needle quite a few times in the past week, but thats ok. The photo above shows my end product. But please ignore the crazy hair and the lack of make up. It was a very late night.Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-14537534849162197742009-03-19T16:14:00.000-07:002009-03-19T16:37:05.693-07:00Bumpits & Smooth Away ReviewAs promised, I have a review for you about <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Bumpits</span> and Smooth Away, the description of which you can find in one of my <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">previous</span> posts. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb8E_8Zg3NPX2eZ_bgMXzNdwJwwItoh5GdLtUNwLBoBpEL5d7fQBnkOU4eNyX9o8XSzL0bs0u8Vdxs4bEsqROIS8QEJCrnVBWPN_AuzWsKEEY7ryqXcdxfU_03rbFNfnE6X_1MXCHq_ys/s1600-h/DSC00662.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5315041862452037826" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 254px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb8E_8Zg3NPX2eZ_bgMXzNdwJwwItoh5GdLtUNwLBoBpEL5d7fQBnkOU4eNyX9o8XSzL0bs0u8Vdxs4bEsqROIS8QEJCrnVBWPN_AuzWsKEEY7ryqXcdxfU_03rbFNfnE6X_1MXCHq_ys/s400/DSC00662.JPG" border="0" /></a><br />The photo above actually features two products (one of which was not on purpose): <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Bumpits</span> and Jessica Simpson Synthetic Clip-In Hair Extensions.<br /><br /><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Bumpits</span> ($19.99 at Sally Beauty Supply)</strong> - I don't know to be honest. Yes, it does the job of lifting and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">volumizing</span> the hair. That is true. One problem is the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">actual</span> plastic <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">bumpits</span> are tough to hide. I really had to take my time combing hair over the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">bumpit</span> and even then I'm sure you'd be able to see it if I moved my hair or head a certain way. I did not use hair spray as suggested in the instructions, but I don't like hair spray. I have not actually gone out with <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">bumpits</span>, so I do not know how long they would last before I'd see something strange hanging off my hair - oh yea, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">bumpit</span>, there you are! You may ask, "but are they sturdy?" My answer is yes, for the most part. Once again, I have not performed the time test.<br /><br />Should you buy it? Yes, if you want. This product is not terrible. Some people work it better than others. A great example is <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">Emilynoel</span>83. Please see her blog about <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">Bumpits</span> Review <a href="http://beautybroadcast.blogspot.com/2009/01/bumpits-review.html">http://beautybroadcast.blogspot.com/2009/01/bumpits-review.html</a><br /><br /><strong>Jessica Simpson Hair Extensions</strong> just happened to be on at the time. I've had these for 2 years. I love them. I have human hair extensions, synthetic, already made, the ones that I made myself, you name it. If you ever have any questions about hair extensions feel free to contact me.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi8V8vdMBhuO-8OOUG8ZunTsGerW8g63VC-4Y0wCLPJ-oVbuPx-zxPwk6ooaLr9iXHm3bimj0nurwtZx_sUcabsbVAcsX5sL5vjgHRRapeCSFeJ6rOozd1eWZ1s8iovHknewBtSF0443g/s1600-h/DSC00662.JPG"></a><br /><strong>Smooth Away ($9.99 at Sally Beauty Supply) </strong>This is good! I have not bothered to use this on my legs yet, but I tried on my arms and they are <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">soooo</span> smooth! I know for some this does not work, and I am not sure the exact reason. I think you have to use this product very gently and follow the instructions.<br /><br />Does this product completely eliminate the use of a razor? Definitely not! But its a fun little extra fun tool if you are into that.Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6471391363524704005.post-80564751959498722582009-03-19T12:00:00.000-07:002009-03-19T12:07:04.784-07:00Blogspot Broken?Oh no! I need your advice!<br /><br />I was on my blog earlier today and it was perfect. Later on, I signed on again and suddenly I couldn't see any of the blog updates for the blogs that I follow. Is this happening to anyone else? When I go to my profile, I still can see the list of the lovely blogs that I follow. How strange! Please advise!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi51W-h9nbLd2YSsjwyfU8zGh_yhjPOeL00mgnAPX1d94d9DgtMj2nobClA48VvoE8UTx7_xaI3K1Y9vP4EFhr4l-c5Ok7Zj-Xx1WXLnZEhi-j3wMxjWwoEr_Eh4T56eDPE-mw0kLk7B38/s1600-h/blog.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5314976035380812258" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 299px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi51W-h9nbLd2YSsjwyfU8zGh_yhjPOeL00mgnAPX1d94d9DgtMj2nobClA48VvoE8UTx7_xaI3K1Y9vP4EFhr4l-c5Ok7Zj-Xx1WXLnZEhi-j3wMxjWwoEr_Eh4T56eDPE-mw0kLk7B38/s400/blog.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMsFrrJxptm7O51SldDArK7BtDZepRbaTlfOZ9h6Jf8qDlkSIs9v7-ABEB9tFIVs0Mnla7XlYj1fcZl7qiTpp-KW-WrVbkeiFuOsolnAwe6zc1RxuuesjQO6mTzs_OalzUnHCdH7PQLrM/s1600-h/blog.bmp"></a>Thank you!! <div></div></div>Yelenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08227894568766190341noreply@blogger.com3