Laser Hair Removal Warning

Many people ask me about the actual cost of laser hair removal and why it is so expensive (ultimately permanently removes hair). There are many factors that effect how much you will be quoted / paying for laser hair removal, some of which are listed here:

Factors Effecting Cost:

•    Which part of the body you want treated (the larger the body part the more expensive)
•    Which part of your country you visit, example in central London it can be expected that there is a mark up of at least 25% on the average cost quoted for the country
•    How reputable and ‘in demand’ the laser consultant is
•    How strong your hairs are (the more stronger and recurring your hairs are the more treatments you will require)
•    Some clinics charge per laser pulse and some charge per time when calculating their rates

How does laser hair removal work:

•    Laser emits a gentle beam of light that passes to the hair follicle without harm to the surrounding skin
•    Removes multiple hairs in single application
•    On average it takes 4 treatments before the hair is fully removed and stops re-growth (depends on your hair and quality of hair laser removal clinic used)
•    Should not hurt or be painful, just a minor stinging sensation if it is done right

How much on average will it cost?

•    Please note that these are approximate average prices (per session) and will inevitably vary dependent on the factors mentioned above:
o    Full Legs: £220
o    Full Arms: £175
o    Buttock Area: £105
o    Bikini Line: £60
o    Under Arm: £50
o    Back: £180
o    Upper Lip: £45
o    Full Face: £110

Note: These are approx prices per treatment session, and normally discounts are given if you book multiple sessions.

Research Laser Clinic:

You need to do some research into the laser clinic you are thinking of using and also whether it is actually right for your skin, olive and darker skin women have increased chances of pigmentation from laser treatment so make sure you understand the risks before jumping in.
•    Google the clinic and see what people say in forums
•    Does the website look reputable?
•    Does the clinic staff hold adequate qualifications in beauty care?
•    Ask friends and family if they have ever used the clinic?
•    Ask for a free consultation and see if you like the feel and trust the laser therapist

There you have it, I have as always tried to keep it brief. Just make sure you do some research after all it is your skin that you are trusting them with.

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Foundation makeup

There are a few factors that make the difference between a good natural looking foundation application and a bad one. Bad ones tend to be where people can obviously notice that you have used foundation, mainly because of wrong foundation colour or lack of blending into your skin.

Follow these simple steps and be on the way to perfecting your foundation make up application.

Steps:
1: Moisturise (Important)
2: Dot some foundation on your face: forehead, chin, cheeks, neck and nose
3: Either using your fingertips or lightly damp cosmetic sponge BLEND all of the foundation into your skin ensuring an even spread, until the foundation colour looks like your natural skin colour

Tips:
-    Makeup artists tend to use fingertips to blend the foundation into the skin as the warmth of the fingers naturally aids in the foundation blending process
-    Some foundations require a light application of powder to set properly, in which case apply a quality fine translucent powder evenly over the face using a powder brush

Short and sweet. As long as you have selected the right colour, quality of foundation and take time blending properly you will be on your road to a flawless look.

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Mascara Eyes

Having sexy eye lashes can be the difference between the girl next door and the girl they all dream about. Mascara is one of the most powerful makeup applications that exist and can help make you feel seductive if it is done right.

According to leading makeup artists we are either applying mascara to the eyes wrongly or not at all. If you perfect mascara application, it can be one of the most rewarding and effortless makeup applications that you will ever experience.

Mascara Eyes:
1: Wiggling: Pull the mascara brush out of the formulation pot and apply to the base / roots of the lashes and wiggle the brush left and right. Wiggling should only be the littlest but quick movements that go left and right

2: Carry on Wiggling: As you go toward the tips keep the brush wiggling from left to right

3: Gently apply mascara to the bottom lash (no need to wiggle and don’t put on too much)

Optional Steps:
You can follow with a lash comb (Keep an eye out for the upcoming post on makeup tools) to separate the lashes (only if needed)

Blobbing / Clumping of Mascara: To Avoid
•    Wipe mascara brush down with a non chemical tissue twice – three times. This will ensure that you start with a clump free brush and minimise occurrence

Told you it was brief, and if you just add the wiggling process to application it can make all the difference to your mascara finish.

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