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Woops.

2009-06-27T00:04:00.000-07:00

So I've been bad. I don't update this thing, AT ALL! Sorry! LOL. But I do update youtube way more, I usually check that every day or every other day. (:

Here are some videos that I made so far.

Hello hello

2009-05-06T20:49:00.001-07:00

So here are some new videos that I have made. I know I don't keep up with this blog, only when I really want to write out a full blown review, and you know when I write a review, it's LONGGGGG and detailed! LOL. But thank you for those of you who are following me. :P

Update

2009-04-12T00:34:00.000-07:00

I accidentlly deleted 5 months of videos. So I'll be re-creating and posting up about 2 of the same videos. Sigh. I'm stupid.

In some of my posts, you will find that some of the videos will not work. Mostly the ones that have been from about 5 months or so, but I promise I will be making tons and tons of videos to make up for it!

In other words.

Youtube is being a douche and not letting me update some things. UGH. ):

SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP

2009-04-05T19:57:00.000-07:00

Here's something a bit different. I decided to cook something instead of making a makeup/hair tutorial. Enjoy! Let me know if you tried this and how it went. (:

Here's some other videos, too.

Here, I talk about long hair, pet peeves and a little bit of vlogging, which I hardly do. (:

This one's a mascara review, which is the Givenchy Phenomen'on Eyes.

Grand Duo Blush from MAC, I used it all on my eyes, lips and face.

If you have a question for me, you can ask me here. (On youtube, please) (:

TOP 6 PRODUCTS!

2009-03-06T00:34:00.000-08:00

SLYTERIN INSPIRED LOOK

2009-01-27T20:20:00.000-08:00

So here's the second look of my Harry Potter remake! I wonder which is next. It's either going to be Hufflepuff or Gryffindor, but they're about the same colors! LOL.

100TH VIDEO CELEBRATION!

2009-01-23T23:31:00.000-08:00

XSPARKAGE'S SMOKEY EYE

2008-12-29T22:43:00.001-08:00

xD

2008-12-19T20:50:00.000-08:00

RAVENCLAW EYES

2008-12-08T23:49:00.000-08:00

SHOES, SHOES, SHOES!

2008-12-04T17:20:00.000-08:00

I admit, I'm a boots-whore. I LOVE boots. I can honestly say that in my room right now has four pairs of boots somewhere. More in my closet. LOL.

www.endless.com

That's where I get my boots these days - and a bag. It's FREE overnight shipping! So that means that you get it the next day! How exciting. I found this site on Vanessa's (necessarymakeup)'s blog. Check her out!

So the boots I got are tall, knee-highs. Eh, it's a bit TOO high for me, but I love them nonetheless. I want these other ones, but they didn't have my size. ): It was an ankle boot, too! But I decided on the knee-highs. There's this other knee-highs that I want, also. I'm going poor! ):

Hats, hats, and more hats!

2008-12-01T17:46:00.001-08:00

So I've been a little bit hat crazy, LOL.

Here's a quick hairstyle that I've been doing for the past week.

Target 19.99

Wweeeeeeeeeeeee

2008-11-10T23:03:00.001-08:00

MAC SMOKEY EYES PALLETE 2008

2008-11-07T18:41:00.001-08:00

MAC SMOKEY EYES PALLETE 2008

2008-11-07T18:39:00.000-08:00

Whoo.

STILA VS URBAN DECAY

2008-11-03T19:27:00.001-08:00

Let me tell you this, It was only 15 minutes ago that I put the urban decay's 24/7 eye lining pencil on my waterline, and it's GONEEEEEEEEEEE. Stila's still there, though. A little off on the edge, but still there! I think I'll stick with MAC's fluidline on my waterline, even though it's not supposed to be... maybe MUFE?

EFFORTLESS SOFT WAVES

2008-10-30T17:49:00.000-07:00

I'm back with a vengence! LOL. So I took a little hiatus from the youtube world; but I still answered a few comments and what not. And not to mention, I've been obsessed with Twilight lately and midterms suck. Life calls!

I AM WEARING SHORTS! it rode up a little ]: I didn't notice that it looked kinda hoe-ish on video as I was editing. That's what you get with being distracted with TV while editing a video LOL.

In other news, I hauled plenty since my last haul video, but I'm stopping with those haul videos and collection ones; personal reasons.

TEETH WHITENERS

2008-10-05T22:19:00.001-07:00

CONAIR SPIRAL CURLING IRON 3/4 - REVIEW

2008-09-30T09:54:00.001-07:00

RED LIP

2008-09-23T14:38:00.000-07:00

Here's a red lip tutorial requested by many.

Lalala.

2008-09-18T13:40:00.000-07:00

Random talking, LOL.

FANTASIA HEAT PROTECTANT

2008-08-26T22:23:00.000-07:00

FANTASIA HEAT PROTECTANT

PRICE: 8.99 US
PACKAGING: 4 out of 5
OVERALL: 5 out of 5
REPURCHASE? YES.

Hello hello! So here I am with a full on review of my heat protectant, which is one of the popular items that you youtube viewers ask about. Let me tell you, before I even used this, my hair was horrible! This helped me a lot with the protecting part, let me tell ya.

This contains silicone, vitamin E, aloe and sunscreen. It's important for you to have sunscreen in your hair as you're out in the sun, and it is directing direct sunlight and heat to your hair. The silicone acts like a glove, grabbing your hair, making it silky and smooth. That's taking the hurting rather than your hair when you're using your hot tools such as the flat irons or curling irons. It's like a hair condom, not to be too vulgar. :D LOL.

Can be purchased here.

So! I explain everything in this video below. Have a look! :D

BEFORE AND AFTER MAKE UP

2008-08-22T22:14:00.000-07:00

I remember once when my uncle came around 7 in the morning and I let him in. Keeping in mind that I had no make up whatsoever, AND that I just woke up, I didn't look like I usually do. He's used to seeing me at least half decent, haha. So the next day my sister came to me and said, "*uncle* said that you looked so different,"

L.O.L.

Yes, I had to spread that out. I think I do look different without make up. So, when my friend called me and asked if I wanted to grab lunch with him on short notice, I decided to make a before and after make up video. I didn't know that I look completely different, and I have to say, make up really really enhances your natural beauty. xD

MAYBELLINE MINERAL POWDER (LIQUID) REVIEW

2008-08-22T21:53:00.000-07:00

(Boy does that picture look kinda small... LOL)

MAYBELLINE MINERAL POWDER (LIQUID)

PRICE: $8 - 10 US
PACKAGING: 4 out of 5
APPLICATION: 5 out of 5
OVERALL: 5 out of 5
REPURCHASE: HELL YES! :D

If you follow my videos on youtube, you will know that I have a hard time with acne and what not. I've used MAC's studio fix, which broke me out. Powder and liquid, mind you. And don't let me get started with Bare Escentuals! They broke me out like no other during high school. If only I can change back time.

PROS

This foundation is THE BEST foundation! I find that it works best with my MAC 187 brush. It hasn't broke me out yet, doesn't clog my pores AT ALL. It's a buildable foundation. It hides my scars really well. I've noticed, my sister AND mom too!, that I don't have a lot of blemishes any more. In fact, they're clearing up! Only scars are left and an ocassional bump when the monthly flow - ;D - comes in, that's it! Thank gawd for that. It's worth a try! It's a damn good drugstore foundation I have ever tried! I'm just in love with Maybelline's foundations! I also recommend the SuperStay foundation. :D Now, I'm a matte type of girl, so this gives me a dewy look. I just slab on a powder (MAC MSF) and BAM! I'm all good for the day.

CONS

I find that if you don't have a stipling brush like the MAC 187, it WILL, no doubt, streak on you. Don't overload your face with the product, go leisurely at first. Then build up. The packaging is another story, it's an eye dropper type of packaging. I would like it if it was in a container like the MAC's liquid foundations where it has a pump, but this is fine, also. Other than that, I have nothing to complain about!

I really suggest you guys buy this. Check out my foundation routine on youtube, where I used this product. :D

UPDATE

2008-08-22T18:32:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone who reads my blog. LOL. I have no idea if anyone reads this, but hey. It's worth a shot. I just want to give everyone a little update on what videos are coming up!

I'm will be talking about my hair a little bit more since a lot of you have been asking about it. I'm definitly going to do a video on my Fantasia Heat Protectant Serum. Everyone's talking about it, and I'm always raving about it. I just love their products! Everyone took my advice and bought it, they LOVED it! Yay!

Any-hoots. School is starting in a week. September 2, I believe. So get ready for some more updates! LOL. Talk about procrastination!

In other news, I just wanted to give a special thanks to thatgirl887 and my friend, Churro. Yes, Churro. LOL. That's a nickname we call him. They made me banners, and I'll be sure to put that girl887's up as soon as next week. I'm going to alternate! LOL

But other than that, I just wanted to thank all my subscribers. :D

I'm very random at times, but don't you hate it when you're uploading something on youtube and all of the sudden it goes to a "Problem loading page" sign or somethign like that? UGH. ): I'm in the process of uploading a video for you folks and I get that. Maybe I'll try later.

I need to cut my hair this is how long it's getting.

That's one of my best friends in the back, she's the best. But look at my hair! I seriously need to cut it. LOL. And if you're wondering, she kicked my ass in pool. LOL.

Okay, that's all for now, folks! I'm going to do a few reviews soon. And if you read my past reviews, they are very, very detailed! LOL.

SUNSET EYES

2008-08-22T18:30:00.000-07:00

So I was siting there thinking to myself, 'Why haven't I used that one red eyeshadow from NYX?" And decided to use it! And let me tell you, it's the PERFECT red/orange color! Check out this look I made. (:

WAVY BOUNCY HAIR

2008-08-19T16:30:00.000-07:00

I am now a partner! Yay.

VERY NATURAL EYES

2008-08-12T19:47:00.000-07:00

Now, a lot of men likes women who doesn't wear make up. Really? Gorgeous women who doesn't wear make up are the ones who shows their true self. REALLY? I've been reading about and That's what I come across a lot. So, let me say, Those "natural" women most likely "enhance" themselves. Who doesn't?! Not all of us are blessed like Jessica Alba. She's gorgeous! Here is a tutorial on how to be natural while using make up. If you see, My eyes are wider, bigger and more awake when I tight-lined my eyes. It's all about the eyeliner, girls. (:

AUTUMN EYES

2008-08-12T19:44:00.000-07:00

Autumn's coming up, folks! Boy, let me tell you. I hate summer because it's so hot! Now, I love the cold, I love how you'd be all bundled up all warm when I wake up. Hell, I love to feel the cold so much, I'm wearing spaghetti shirts during the winter, LOL. Something about wearing long sleeved or short sleeved shirts makes me feel weird. So here's an eyeshadow look, pictures in the end. The main color was yellow and brown, considering that's what I see when I look outside when it's fall.

FOUDNATION ROUTINE

2008-08-12T19:35:00.001-07:00

So I've been asked about my foundation routine quiet a bit lately. Let me tell you this first: If you watch my videos, you'd hear me talk about my blemishes, acne and such. Well! Let's all put our hands together and say for some reason, they're dying down! Weee! What is my secret? Well, I haven't figured it out yet, as I didn't change anything so drastic. I haven't been using any new face scrubs or such. But let me tell you, if you're looking for a new face scrub, I would suggest Neutrogena's Acne Stress Control. It's the green one, and it exfoliates your skin, and it helps A LOT. Let me tell you, I had these two huge bumps on my face, and I hated it. I recently found my travel sized one out of the blue (it was forgotten and left in my train case) and used it. After two days, it died down. What a relief! It's great. But I haven't been buying it lately, but be assured that I will be doing a review on it soon!

Anyway! As for my foundation, I did change what I used. I now use Maybelline's Mineral Powder, the liquid one. I will be doing a full on review in a separate entry. But this entry is just talking about my foundation routine. Now, let me tell you, I have TONS and TONS of scars. I use Clinique's Line Smoothing Concealer. That thing is a miracle worker! I absolutely love this. A great alternative to this is Almay's Blemish Concealer. With Mimi's (d0rkstra)'s foundation routine when I first saw it, I just had to try it. It works just as well as Clinique's. But I have to say, I LOVE Clinique's so much better, as it hides my under eyes and scars a bit more.

MAC's MSF, Mineralize Skin Finish, works wonders! It's baked, and mineralized, so it's meant to be "good" for your skin. Does it work? Hell yes! Let's just say that I've tried their foundations, and hello break out city! But this doesn't make me break out at all, which I loved. I have to admit, however. MAC is GREAT with the different color variety with choosing what color foundation is for you.

Other than that, I have nothing else to say about my face. LOL. Here's a video for you guys if you'd like to see how I apply my foundation. (:

POUF FOR BEGINNERS

2008-08-07T21:56:00.000-07:00

Ever wanted big hair? Ever wanted to try the "pouf"? Well! Here's the thing, you have to start small, and gradually build up to your desired hair. If you all of the sudden go out with gigantic hair, your friends and family would just look at you, and slowly back away, LOL. So, here's a tutorial for us BEGINNERS, as I hardly have big hair, I'm the type who likes flat hair. [:

And! It's also a 2 in 1 tutorial for side swept bangs.

ASK ME QUESTIONS!

2008-08-07T21:54:00.000-07:00

I've been getting tons and tons of questions lately about various things. So, I decided that I will be doing a Q&A video. Leave me a comment on YouTube, and I will be answering them in a video. [:

BABY LISS PRO NANO TITANIUM

2008-07-31T08:59:00.000-07:00

So here's a lesson that I've learned during the summer.

If you suck at math, don't major in Business. Especially accounting. Anything that has to do with Administration. ): Let's just say that Business Admin. isn't my major anymore, LOL!

So! I've been meaning to update my blog about the BabyLiss Pro Nano Titanium, the one with the tutorial below, which I will post again on this one.

I talked to Jordan from BeautyChoice.com today, and I realized that I didn't do a written review on the flat iron on here. I will be doing a written review on my HerStyler, also.

Any-whos! Let's get on with the review!

BABY LISS PRO NANO TITANIUM

Price: $79.95 US
Price: 5 out of 5
Packaging: 4.5 out of 5
Overall: 5 out of 5

Let's start with the product itself.

At first, when I saw "Nano" I thought it was small. Boy, was I wrong! I don't even think it has to do with the size. I believe it's something with the titanium. One of the most noticeable difference between this flat iron and others out there, is that it's titanium, not ceramic. This is what they describe the product on the website.

With the Babyliss Pro Nano Titanium 1-3/4 inch Flat Iron you'll find the latest state-of-the art technology combined with wider plates that make styling long, thick hair a breeze. Innovative Nano Technology combines the high heat conductivity of Titanium in the plates with the heat-resistant properties of Ryton on the outer casing to deliver a smooth, snag-free glide down your strands. Nano Titanium plates with Advanced Surround Heat will straighten your hair 40% faster, eliminating damage and reducing stress, especially on hair that is thick or dry. This professional iron also features a slim, lightweight body and a digital ionic LED temperature setting up to 450 degrees F. If you have a thick massive mop that needs serious, snag-free smoothing, this iron is definitely for you.

Let's get the basics down. The heat goes from 320 - 450. Now that's HOT HOT HOT! And get this, the unique thing about this, is that when you look at the degrees, it's digital instead of the regular dial. There's a + and - button to know pushing it higher or lower. There's a swivel cord, and the wire itself is pretty long. The plates, they're mashed together, so no fall out! Yay for that.

So here's a list of a pro and con.

PRO

- the PRICE
- it's big, so it will get a lot of hair in a short amount of time
-makes my hair smooth and silky
- it's durable
- medium heavy

CONS

- the digital clock can be turned off, or to a lower/higher temperature by accident

PROS

Now, when I frist used it, I fell in love. it flattened my hair with one swipe. I love that in a flat iron! It makes my hair more smoother and silkier, which I think every girl wants. Who wants to have coarse, dry hair? It even made my split ends soft! LOL. Now that's saying something! I used the lowest heat to flat iron my hair, too. But when curling, I use the second lowest. Now, I was thinking to myself, This thing is HUGE! I don't know if it would give me any curls since it's big. But I was wrong. It gave me these beautiful big wavy curls. Now that's what I'm talking about! Haha. But I loved this. I would have to say, it is definitely better than my herstyler. And it's BLUE! Yay for blue! As I'm pulling down on my hair, it doesn't feel as if I'm really pulling my hair, it glides down smoothly, rather than the BioSilk one, it felt as if you go down, stop, go down and stop. This one just glides like butter on oil. Have I ever mention that I'm an addict for bread and better? LOL. >:]

CONS

See how I was saying how cool it was to have the on and off button on the side for my other flat iron? Well! Thing is, that one you would have to actually push the button to the side. This one, since you just push a button like a microwave, you can easily push it either on, off or to a higher/lower temperature. I've accidentally turned it off many times, but I found out why. Turn the button side in your palm so that your fingers won't hit it. That's it. One con. I have nothing else to say about it!

I don't remember if I told you about the prices and flat irons, but here it is. Splurge a little on a good flat iron. A "cheap" flat iron can be good to the eye, but it is really damaging your hair. Some with ceramic that are drug store brand still aren't good, they break easily.

In another note, has anyone ever tried hot tools? I've been eyeing that curling iron for a while now after seeing Pursebuzz use that. Helen of Troy, also! I've been wanting that in 1 1/4 for big curls at the end of my hair. If you tried it, let me know! [:

Sorry if I'm all over the place, I'm writing this review while I'm in class. Okay! Time for tetris now. LOL. Listen up, kiddies! Don't be like me. Pay attention in class. xD

Here's the Sophia Bush inspired hair that I did. You can see how the curls were, too.

One more last tidbit before I leave. BeautyChoice.com also sells other hair products other than hair styling tools. I know, I know. I sound as if I'm advertising here. But seriously! I do research before I actually do any advertising for a company, and I see that they sell my elipitator! They're selling it for 68.99, when I bought it for like 80, I believe! Ugh. Could have saved me 10 bucks, haha.

Heat protectant! The best way to try it and not buy a bottle that can set you back is buying a flat iron that has a little travel size gift with your purchase. I've been eyeing the CHI 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray and CHI Ingra Treatment Protecting Treatment, too! So I'll let you guys know whenever I buy it. Ahh, the life of a college student. Being poor isn't a happy thing, guys! LOL.

So I highly recommend this flat iron! It's 79.95 right now, and if you use YT-2008bc as a discount code, you'll get 5 dollars off! Now that's a STEAL for this flat iron! Go, go go!

BABY LISS PRO NANO TITANIUM

2008-07-31T08:44:00.000-07:00

HAIR STYLE - SOPHIA BUSH INSPIRED

2008-07-24T00:19:00.001-07:00

Whoever watches One Tree Hill has got to admit that Brooke(Sophia Bush) has the most beautiful hair styles! So I re-created this look form a picture that is within the video. Enjoy! Next hair style, Amanda Bynes!

NAIL TUTORIAL

2008-07-23T10:03:00.000-07:00

This first one, I'm showing ou how to do a French Tip, with a twist to it. I just added two lines where the white color would be. In this case, I used green instead of the usual white French Tip.

I saw reorsusie do this, and thought it was beautiful! I couldn't help but make a video. I went to her youtube channel to put it on the description box, but all of her videos are gone. ]: She had great videos, too. Oh well. But credit for this idea goes to her, minus the glitter part. :D

And in this one, I'm just showing you how to do two basic flowers. I had to use a paper since I had no idea how to film it, LOL. I had a hard enough time trying to find a way to record my hands. My camera had to be in an angle from a box, with was ALSO in an angle! Haha

CHI BIOSILK FLAT IRON - REVIEW

2008-07-20T00:31:00.000-07:00

CHI BIOSILK FLAT IRON

Click the name to view the website.

So here I am, back with a detailed review! Well, a written, that is. LOL.

First of all, I want to address something that has been bothering me. Just because some guru's on youtube get "free" items to review, does NOT mean that they HAVE to give a good review. They are giving a review so the VIEWERS will know what is a pro, and what is a con. I give my honest opinion in my reviews. If you want to see a product review, I highly suggest you go to Irene, pinkiexcharm, on youtube. She does great reviews and go really in depth in her videos. There are reviewers/gurus out there who says that they will not do a review if the item is bad. I, however, ask the person who had given me the product and ask if they still want me to do a review even if I did not like it. I want my viewers to know why I don't like it, and what I do like about it, even though I am not recommending a product.

SO! Onward to the review!

Price: $94.95
Price: 4 out of 5 stars
Packaging: 4 out of 5
Overall: 2 out of 5

What it claims to do:

Combining the best in flat iron technology with an eye towards the silkiest, smoothest finish. Tourmaline ceramic plates generate more ionic action than ceramic alone, sealing cuticles and repelling humidity for frizz free, healthy hair you'll have to feel to believe. Plus, the Biosilk Tools Ergonomic Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron is incredibly versatile: use it to smooth, straighten, spike, piece, swirl, curl, flip and bend your hair to perfection.

What I saw it do:

Makes my hair straight, yanks out a few strands, did not piece, swirl or curl. It did, however somewhat flip, smooth and straighten. I am not sure about spike, because I do not have any short hair to do it, ):

List of PROS

- flatten my hair
- heats up fast
- easy to use
- easy to clasp

List of CONS

- hard to curl, if any at all
- yanks out strands of hair while flattening
- cannot achieve any hair style that I desired
- had a odd gap when clasping

Let me say this before you read onto the full review. A good flat iron is an expensive flat iron. Spend that extra money to get a good flat iron. Do your research and see which is suitable for your hair. Every hair is different. If you say my video before reading this, I am going to repeat myself. Everyone's hair is different. Just because I say that I hate it, doesn't mean that you'll hate it, too. Just because my hair "sounds" like your hair, it does not necessarily mean that your hair is EXACTLY like mine. I bet BeautyChoice.com has a great return policy. You can try this out, and if you do not like it, you can return it. I have been talking to a man named Jordan Armstrong from BeautyChoice.com, and he's as nice as the next guy! And that would be the OTHER Jordan. I just had to throw that in there if they were reading this. Let me tell you, when I was talking to him, he said, "Hold on, let me hand you over to Jordan," And I just sat there with a weird look on my face thinking, "Oh god, I wasn't talking to Jordan? I did call his cell phone and he said "Jordan" in the beginning. Did I just sound like a blubbering idiot to another worker?!" And I guess he took my silence as an "uhhh" moment, and said, "my co-worker is also named Jordan, there are two," So I go, "OHHHH." LOL. Well, was that an air-headed moment for me. (: Okay! Story time over. As I was saying before I got distracted, they have a great return policy where you can read here:

BeautyChoice.com's Return Policy

Remember, no exchanges/returns for wigs or extensions for sanitary reasons. It's like returning your used undies to where ever you bought it from.

FULL DETAILED REVIEW

When I got this flat iron, the first thing I noticed right away was that it was blue. And red. Red ceramic plates?! Now, I have never seen that before, so I thought it was pretty unique! I did not know that BioSilk was a product of CHI, so I learnt something!

I tried this flat iron out later that night. Use a heat protectant serum or some sort to protect your hair. I used my Fantasia Heat Protectant Serum.

PROS

I absolutely LOVE how easy this is to use, though! It's just an on and off button, and a dial for the temperature. Did I mention that it went up to 420 degrees? Now that's H-O-T, HOT! But I'm scared that that will damage my hair. I mean, once you clasp, a LOT of steam comes out! Haha.

I also LOVE the feel of this. The blue part is a matte feeling, I'm not sure of how to describe it, but it's soft, not like a hard surface. It kind of feels like a ring box? Velvet, but not too soft. That's the closest I can get from describing the feel.

Also, the wire is pretty long, so I like how I can move everywhere along my room or bathroom as I use this. It also has this Velcro attached to it so it has an organized storage. Why is that so cool to me? Because it's actually STUCK there, so you will never lose the Velcro! Just wound up the wire, and round up. It's that easy.

When I flat iron, other than the fact that it pulls out a few strands of my hair and the gap, it is a good flat iron, not the best, but a good flat iron, ONLY if you want your hair to be flat and some what flipped

CONS

The first thing I noticed that it made my hair smell as if it's burnt. That was bad, I had never have that happen to me before with any other irons, even my crappy Con-air one. (Can you tell that I'm not a fan of Con-Air products unless it's a hair brush? Haha) Anyway! The hair smelling part was bad, and I looked at the degree it was on. It was on a low 200. What the? 200? That's not good. So besides the smell, I cranked it up to 300 anyway.

As I was flat ironing my hair, I noticed that for some reason it did not fully straighten my hair, only the tip of the flat iron. Let me tell you this, my hair is poofy to put it blankly. It frizzes and sometimes there are a bit wavy at the ends, with the front layers curling in. In the video, I showed you how it is. So, as I was saying, I was trying to flat iron my hair, but the top of the flat iron wwould straighten, but not the bottom of the flat iron. I then looked at the flat iron, and saw this:

There was a gap there when I clasped it. I was wondering if I received a faulty one or was it supposed to be like that. I then just started to flat iron my hair as usual like I do with my HerStyler. Darn thing caught some of my hair and yanked it off! LOL. Now, usually I don't care if my hair gets pulled. You can tie my hair onto a truck and just drive, it would not hurt me. But I know a lot of you girls, (or guys!), hate having their hair yanked off. No doubt that will be a con.

Curling. Now THAT was such a disaster. I don't know if it was either I was cranky because it wasn't working right, or I had a bad hair day, or down to the point where I just couldn't do a curl that day. But after 20 minutes of trying to get the flat iron to curl, I went to go get my HerStyler and see if I can curl with that one. Yep. The curling was perfect with that flat iron. When I tried with the BioSilk again, same technique as I did with the framing your face one, it did not work. It just gave me this weird looking curl, or a flip.

Another one was as I'm trying to curl or flip, since there is a gap, it would let my hair fall through.

So today I was going to go out with my sister, and I told her to use the BioSilk and see how does she like it. The first thing she said when she finished her first swipe was, "What's that weird smell?!" So you can see that I am not the only one experiencing the hair burnt/weird smell. When she finished flat ironing her hair, I had asked her if it caught her hair and she said yes. So most likely if you use this, you're going to experience the weird hair smell and the hair catching.

I really wanted to love this flat iron. I heard GREAT things about the CHI. I actually wanted to buy the CHI and was on a hunt for it until I ran across my HerStyler. So to the point of all of this?

Do I recommend you buying this?

I suggest you try it out if and only if you're looking for a flat iron, hence the FLAT IRON. Not to curl or anything, just to straighten your hair. With the great return policy, what do you have to lose?

I am big on what it says on the box and what it claims to do. So if it does not do what it claims to do, that is a major thumbs down for me.

Visit BeautyChoice.com to see their other items, and I see a few that are well worth buying!

BIG WAVY HAIR

2008-07-10T01:43:00.001-07:00

I noticed that I usually update this when I have a hair tutorial. LOL. But here it goes! I have another one, so look out for that one soon. (:

Update!

2008-05-29T22:52:00.000-07:00

Hey guys! I've been busy with finals lately and I've been neglecting this site, too. So be prepared to be bombarded with reviews and more tutorials! :D

ELF PRODUCTS

2008-05-09T22:27:00.000-07:00

I had recently placed an order at www.eyeslipsface.com and bought a butt-load of stuff. (: LOL Here's a helpful resource. (I had no other words. LOL) Go to

http://www.couponmountain.com/Elf-Cosmetics-coupons-deals.html?source=Inktomi_Elf-Cosmetics

And, you can see the coupons they have! Free shipping, which is ALWAYS a plus in my book! OR, you can get a free mineral foundation, or brush! But, the only down side of this, is that you can only use ONE coupon. If you refer three friends, you also get a free gift. I did, and I got the lipstick cell phone duo. Another thing, is that it takes a while for them to ship. I totally understand, however. It takes 7 - 14 days for your order to PROCESS. But hey! for ONE dollar per item, it is totally worth the wait. :D

EYEBROWS

2008-05-03T02:17:00.000-07:00

I bet everyone out there is lazy to pluck their eyebrows, but it's a necessity, unless you want a really bushy eyebrow. And don't you hate it when you mess up? Or worse, if it's CROOKED? Well! I have a problem solver! It's the Anastasia of Beverly Hills Brow Kit. I was contacted by Lisa Park to do a review. She had seen my How to Fill in your Brows video and had asked me to do a review. And let me tell you, I will never go to a professional again! This is definitly fool-proof and ANYONE can do this!

Price - $65.00 US
Packaging - 5 out of 5
Overall 5 out of 5
Would I buy this again? YES.

It's all in the stencil, just be sure that your hair fits into the stencil itself, and is not too big for your eyebrow. The only ones that would fit me were the Petite and the Slim High Arch. I love the way the Slim High Arch looked on me, and that is what I used. The videos themselves have pictures, so I won't be posting up any pictures. I did, however, took a picture of my collection, minus a few because some were either missing in action or my sister has it. (:

DO IT YOURSELF EYEBROWS

ANASTASIA OF BEVERLY HILLS REVIEW