[Hands-on Review] Motives by Loren Ridinger – Essential Brow Kit

Motives by Loren Ridinger – Essential Brow Kit ($30.06 + tax)

Hi Everyone!! So here I am again, still counting, my 3^rd review!!

I hope my reviews are useful to everyone.  Remember, if you have any questions or comments (both goods and bads), let me know!!

I’ve done two reviews on Fixx products, the hottest and best-seller Fixx Lash Extend and a Microdermabrasion that everyone would need, 

 This time I’m going to shift over and talk about one of the most important feature to our face, BROWS!!!!!

Our brows frame our face.  Our brows can make us look young vs. mature, trendy vs. the 60s, energetic and bright vs. dull and tired, etc etc. 

This Essential Brow Kit is a bit of the costly side, let’s find out if it’s worth the money!

I personally have pretty full brows, doing my brows is not something I must do before I step out the house.  Usually I only draw my brows when it’s an occasion, or when I really feel like doing something “extra”. 

SO, WHAT IS IT?

The name says it all, an ESSENTIAL brow kit (USA Link). 

What makes it ESSENTIAL?  Because the kit contains of 3 items to complete the brow for any look, any occasion and ALL skin tones:

1. Eye Brow Wax 
2. Eye Brow Powder in Light
3. Eye Brow Powder in Dark

Okok, so, how is it essential?

There’s an eye brow wax for sculpting the brow and to hold the brow hair stay in place. 

The 2 powders can be mixed together to achieve different shades of colours.  To achieve the shade that is just right for you!!!!!

For me, I like dying my hair….. and I’m pretty sure many girls out there are CRAZYYYYY hair lovers!!

I need to adjust the colour of my brow depending on the hair colour that I have!

For the makeup artists out there, this is essential because this is the only eye brow product that you will need to carry in your makeup case!  No more bringing all different shades of eye brow pencils is needed! Haha

With the mixing on colour, you can achieve any and all eye brow colours that you need for your customers!

WHY USE IT?

Simply, our brows frame our face!!!!!

THEN, HOW TO USE? 

Dip your eye brow brush into the wax, and then dip the brush into the powder.

A very basic guideline is:  ONE WAX THREE COLOURS…. meaning to start off with dipping your eye brow brush into the wax, and then dip the brush into the any one of the powders (or any combinations thereof) to a total of THREE dips. 

That will be enough colour and powder for the brow. 

Just a little quick tip – If you have DARK hair colour, your brow should be a shade LIGHTER than your hair colour.

And vice versa, if you have LIGHT hair colour, your brow should be a shade DARKER than your hair colour. 

RESULTS?   

I don’t know what to say!

It works and it lasts. Haha

THE PROS? 

- A wax and 2 shades of powder all in one compact little palette which makes it easy to bring and to store.

- The wax sculpts and holds my brows…. And the two powders can make any shade to match my hair and look, and it can also make any shades for my customers when I’m doing applications. 

THE CONS?  

- I don’t know if it’s me or the product, but mine broke one time when I dropped it on the floor.  It was all scattered.  It was not a good experience as it broke when my make-up event was about to start.  (I fixed it afterwards when I got home)

- The brush that is included in the kit.  To be very honest, I do not like the brush in the kit.  I use my own eye brow brush instead, it does a much better job! 

The brush included in the kit is harder to control and for some reason, it’s hard to clean!

SUMMING IT ALL UP! 

If you are a makeup artist or frequently needs to change your brow colour, then this is an essential must-have for you!!!!  $30, you can achieve any colour for anyone.

If you are a makeup lover, you would probably want to add this to your collection so you can always achieve the colour you want that accompanies your look!

If you are just a normal lady who just need one basic eye brow colour, then don’t waste your money on this as you probably won’t need to adjust colours.  Just get an eye brow pencil in a colour that suits you! 

Thank you!!!!!

Any questions or comments, let me know!!!!!

Also let me know what you wanna see next in my reviews!!!!! 

Jojo L.

May 2012

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GIRLS WITH GLASSES: MAKEUP TIPS FOR SPECS

No longer does the transformation from beast into beauty require removing our eyeglasses—yes, we can finally wear our specs shame-free, ladies! But, (there has to be a but) your glasses will bring attention to your eyes, so don’t be fooled into thinking you can hide behind them! Here are some tips for wearing your makeup and glasses in harmony.

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First, you should apply eyeliner to make your eyes more defined—be careful not to overdo it though. Eyeliner is meant to help our eyes appear wider and our lashes fuller, so be aware when applying to not make your line too thick. I suggest trying out Motives® Luxe Precision Eye Line (USA Link) because it will go on with ease and without scratches or skips in lashes, plus it will last you all day and into the night—a must!

Next, apply your eye shadow (USA Link); the color depends on your mood and what you’re doing. If it’s just another day in your life, use neutral shadows or pale colors to match your outfit. If you are going for a more dramatic look due to a special occasion, then you can go bolder with your color choice, but keep in mind that your glasses will play up your eyes so try not to leave any stray smudges behind.

Don’t forget the mascara—the highlight of all the eye makeup for me. This is what really makes our eyes pop! Use at least two to three coats; go ahead and apply your second coats while the first is still drying. Right now I’m using Motives® Lustrafy High-Definition Mascara (USA Link)—it has rubber bristles so all your lashes are separated and lengthened. No more clumps for me!

Finally, please keep your eyebrows in mind. Your glasses don’t forget about them when they’re drawing attention to your face. Make sure you keep them well-groomed!

How many of you ladies out there still like to play dress up with your eyes, even when wearing glasses? What are your tips?

GET KIM KARDASHIAN’S SMOKEY EYE WITH MOTIVES!

The Smokey Eye — it’s a beloved classic, high drama eye look that’s been re-created in many colors and many ways. The term “smokey eye” doesn’t necessarily mean blacks and greys, “smokey” actually refers to the way the colors are combined to create the look. There’s no set in stone way to do a smokey eye, but we think our way is pretty foolproof.

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To give your smokey eye long lasting staying power, start by priming your lids with a layer of Motives Luxe Crème Eye Shadow in Metal (USA Link). Smooth over your lids with your fingers, blending into your crease.

Next, intensify your lids with a dusting of Motives Pressed Eye Shadow in Black Tie (USA Link) for a pearlized, iridescent finish.

To get the smokey drama you are looking for, glide Motives Khol Eyeliner in Onyx (USA Link) across your top lash line from the inner to outer corners of your eye, making sure not to leave any gaps between your eye liner and lash line. Blend (the key to smokey eyes!) the liner upward and outwards with your Motives Detailing Brush (USA Link). To add balance to your look, dot your Motives Khol Eyeliner between your bottom lashes and blend for a soft focus effect.

To complete your classic smokey eye, apply a few coats of Motives Lustrafy High Definition Mascara in Onyx (USA Link) for lush, dark lashes.

Beauty bonus: For a stand out look, try matching the color of your smokey eye to your jewelry. i.e., if you are wearing gold jewelry, go for a golden bronze smokey eye.

Let us know: Have you tried the smokey eye? What are your tips and tricks?

10 make-up tips to keep in mind for Valentine's Day

Valentine's day is just around the corner!  

It doesn't matter if you're spending the night with your girl friends or with that special someone, keep these 10 tips in mind and for sure you'll be the spot light for the whole night!

1.  Foundation Primer. 

Apply foundation primer (USA Link) to even skin tone and help foundation to stay put all night long. 

2.  Use concealer.

Apply concealer (USA Link)where required, especially under the eyes and side of the nose.

Apply concealer before applying foundation to keep the foundation light and flawless. 

3.  One shade lighter concealer under the eyes. 

Apply a lighter shade of concealer (USA Link)under the eyes. 

Your eyes will pop and you will look fresh the whole night out!

4.  Focus on the lashes. 

Apply coats of mascara to add volume to the lashes.  

Follow with a separating and lengthening mascara (USA Link)to open up the eyes. 

5.  Use Gel Eyeliner (USA Link)or Liquid Eyeliner (USA Link) 

Stay with smudge-proof liners to avoid looking like a tired panda. 

6.  Stay away from lip gloss.  

Lip gloss is sexy but imagine kissing on sticky lips.  Guys do not like kissing lip gloss. 

Stay with lip stick, or even try dabbing on lipstick (USA Link) with your finger for a lip stain effect. 

7.  Highlight 

Use a highlighting powder (USA Link) (or a face powder that is a shade lighter than your natural colour) and highlight the centre of the forehead, bridge of the nose, chin and underneath the eyes. 

By highlighting, you can achieve that beautiful and defined look but still staying easy on the makeup.

8.  Fake eye lashes

If you are using fake eye lashes (USA Link), be sure to curl your lashes (USA Link)before applying the fake lashes and put a coat of mascara (USA Link)after application to combine your real lashes together with the fake lashes. 

9.  Set your makeup with a makeup setting spray. 

Set your makeup with a makeup setting spray (USA Link) to avoid touching up in front of your special someone on such a romantic night! 

10.  Be confident!  

Makeup accentuates your natural beauty.  Stay confident and you will glow!

FIVE WAYS TO GET YOUR VALENTINE’S DAY FIXX!

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and for many women, this means preparing for a romantic evening with a significant other or getting dolled up for a glorified ladies’ night out with friends. Whatever the case, we can help you look the part with a five simple suggestions.

Bat those lashes. Draw in your valentine with long, flattering lashes or accentuate your eyes and be the envy of all your friends! Longer, thicker lashes (USA Link) help to bring life to your eyes and set the proper stage for flawless eye makeup (USA Link).

Glow with beauty. Whether you’re a makeup fiend and you have your smoky eye all planned out for V-day or whether you prefer to be all-natural and will be going with little to no makeup, healthy, glowing skin is important. Prepare for your night out and flaunt radiant skin (USA Link) by unclogging pores and gently removing dead skin cells.

Pump up the volume. What can be more flattering than voluminous, healthy-looking hair? Give your locks a lift that you and your Valentine can both appreciate by using a volumizer that will bring life to any style you choose to flaunt on your night out – whether you’re going for flirtatious curls or a bun with a sexy bump.

Exude energy. Prepare for your Valentine’s Day celebration by getting plenty of rest. Everything about you should glow – especially your skin and eyes. Arm yourself with the right product that can bring instantaneous life (USA Link) to your skin, especially for V-Day celebrations that will go on into the wee hours of the night.

Be confident! You’ve gotten suggestions to flaunt lovely lashes, flawless skin and makeup, voluminous hair and energetic glow, now the rest is up to you! Show up for your Valentine’s Day celebration with confidence and enthusiasm to complement your great look!

What products do you recommend for a perfect Valentine’s Day? Leave us a comment!