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JAMAICAN HOLIDAY

Holiday planning?

Where have you been or where are you going?

Do you want some peace and quite?

Here is a Holiday idea visit Jamaica. It's your choice, lots to see or lots of relaxing.

EXTREME HAIR WARS FINAL

The final brief was defying gravity

The judges wanted to see the hair dressers "...Create a vision in a way that almost sends a message to the people..." and to "...push the boundaries and produce something remarkable..."

The last challenge was to defy gravity. The judges suggested back combing, hair donuts and chicken wire. They were looking for "...technique, creativity and style". "...a beautiful hair style that doesn't look like it's weighing a ton..." and "... hair that goes up lightly with no wobbling..."

And while the semi finalist combed, brushed, styled and used every technique they could to create their look and sweated the judges looked on and asked questions;

Judge: Is it a bit to much? my question is; is it possible to be to much in a competition?
Judge: Has she gone beyond the theme? my question is; is it possible to go beyond the theme?
Judge: The contestant has great "...technical skills." My question is so why not recognise those technical skills!?!!

Finalist Anoushka used only hair spray, dryer and her technical skills with the models natural hair to create the look of the hair floating upwards. Anoushka's creation genuinely defied gravity.

Amie the winner produced dandelions made from handcrafted pompoms on a frame attached to the head - with some hair going upwards. 









This woman is not always serious - I love Anoushka's  laugh!!

Bobbie - a genuine friend and perfect cheerleader. 

Bobbie is a great make-up artist.

By the time I had written the previous blog about Extreme Hair Wars the final had already been completed. Perhaps this is the reason they were not able to take on the suggestion of entering a wild card into the mix.

Just by entering a competition you are a success by being at competition level. To showcase your skill and learn during the process can only be a good thing.

I am going to leave it up to you to decide who should have won this competition - we are all great judges... 

BODY PAINTING

Warpaint Body Painting Championship

Unfortunately I have not got the picture of the winning entry. If you have a copy I would love to see who won. The competition  was at a very high standard of work, judging must of been a challenge.

Here is a selection of photographs of the students working hard during the competition.

BIRTHDAYS ARE ANNUAL

19th April 2017

A very special day made for me by my daughter Sabrina. I was taken to the Savoy for afternoon tea and then to Rudie's for dinner - keeping the life balance. 

The Savoy - I am so grateful for this life!  😉

SBC

Simply Beautiful Cosmetics

Looking for a new range of skin care products?

Armed with a collection of samples that I received at The Professional Beauty Show. I have had the pleasure to try SBC known back in the day as Simply Beautiful Cosmetics. They are based in Needham, UK.

In the goody bag was Propolis hair products that are rich in anti-oxidants and bio-flavanoids, Propolis combines with hydrating and softening Argan Oil to help soothe sensitive scalp and minimise itching. Plus Propolis - daily support for healthy skin - skincare gel

Lemon Myrtle & Thyme; thyme bath and shower creme and a skin care gel.  Awaken your senses with a citrus burst of invigorating bath and shower creme.

Jasmine and Primrose Oil - An intense and moisturising gel to provide balancing care for dry and oily skin concerns.

This list goes on;
Arnica - comforting relief - skincare gel
Collagen 3-in-1 moisturising and hydrating cleanser
Aloe vera - soothing and cooling - skincare gel

I invested in products from the pedicure range and they are worth every penny.

Basically the range looks like it covers most skin types and needs. One thing for sure is that they feel lovely!

Great goodie bag - reasonably priced products - Thank you SBC!!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE

GET PREENE

What is Get Preene? It is what Beauty Therapist have been waiting for. The perfect way for clients to know that you are in their area. Get Preene take care of the hard work and stress of confirmation of bookings so that therapist can focus on delivering the highest standard and best service. 

I could have used this app recently, rather than wondering down the high street in the hope of getting my eyelashes done I could have just used the Get Preene app... maybe next week.

You're not doing business if you are not on an App! 

Clients use the Get Preene app to check for treatments and availability. To find out more and register click here  and wait for the bookings and phone calls to roll in.

SKINOLOGIST

At the Professional Beauty Show I met this amazingly passionate young lady who supplies skin care products for acne, scaring and pigmentation problems. Her plan is for you to set your self apart by using professional grade cosmetics and getting results that you want without damaging your skin or your health.

Squalene, retonol, vitamin C, B, & E, ferulic acid and dark circle serum. SPF 55! Plus cleansers, night creams and skin brightening cream. They have products to suit all skin types. They also have a professional range for the salon microdermabrasion cream, lightening mask and peeling acids. So if you are looking for a range for your salon this may be the way to go.

Regardless of what we think about skin bleaching we know it is happening and going to happen so why not use products that are free of the harmful ingredients? Get in touch with skinologist and let them advise you on the best skin care products for your skin type.

They can be contacted via Face Book - click here

Skinologist
98 Aylnde Akinmade Street
Off Admiralty Way Lekki Phase1
Lagos
For more information skinologistspaskincare@gmail.com

EXTREME HAIR WARS

I don't know about you but I am loving this new reality show Extreme Hair Wars.

Sitting comfortably on my settee I can be the critic of all; but the judges have been an issue  to me since the first programme.

These two judges ask for technique,  innovation, skill, creativity and never seen before originality.

On this weeks show the skills challenge was "the theme light years ahead", did they boldly go where no stylist has gone before? First 1st prize was given to hair wrapped around a pyramid frame - how can they justify that!?!! I do not question the winning contestants talents, but even he was surprised. He just didn't cover the criteria on the day.

Meanwhile with Aycan I saw at least 3 different styles of breading - I saw technique, innovation, skill creativity and definitely 'space the limit' originality ... when her model revealed  her wings completely made of hair it complimented the Alien Goddess look; which in turn complemented the hair style that met the criteria "out of this world" the hair style even incorporated the moon... 

PS big up the make-up artist too...

On this occasion more than the previous shows I question the judges decision - I appreciate their decision is final. I just want to suggest - similar to other talent programmes they bring Aycan back as the 'wild card' to shake up the competition  - just saying. Have I made a constructive suggestion?

Rant over!!

Showing on 5STAR Thursdays at 20:00

ACCIDENTAL ICON

Just because the years are moving on doesn't mean we should not make the same efforts with our appearance as we did when we were younger. 

After being mistaken for a fashion icon by photographers in Lincoln Center, Lyn Slater started a social media account that catapulted her to fame as a fearless online influence.

I post this link as inspiration to all maturing men and women that are resting on their laurels when it comes to getting up and dressing up.

Attached are some family photos - we will be dressing for a long time.

CLICK HERE  to find out more about the Accidental Icon.