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Hey all,
We’re doing some market research- you want to help?
Leave a comment with the name of your favorite boutique in your local city that could be a potential retailer for Christa-Taylor fashion.
Particularly those in California, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico, Washington and Oregon.
This will be a huge help!!!
So you’ve got a pair of shabby boots, don’t throw them away! It’s perfect timing to bring out the country “shabby chic” side of your wardrobe. (chic is pronounced sheek)
Chic-i-fy Your Boots
1. wear with Knitted knee highs, don’t be afraid to let them come over the top of the boot.
2. Flip the lip : if you have the pirate look boot with the top folded down (which is a great look in itself) try flipping it up and check out the complete change in the look!
3. tights with leg warmers: make sure they are different but coordinating colors and like your socks, make sure the warmers just poke out the top of the boot! (this looks great to tie in a knitted hat and scarf: )
Alright! the final step to the simple 1-2-3 before bed system that will change the world as your face knows it!!!
1. Cleanse 2. Tone 3. Moisturize
Following these first two steps with moisturizer is the completing act to a healthier face!
Moisturizers: Prevent and treat dry skin, protect sensitive skin, improve skin tone and texture, and can help mask imperfections.
Application: After applying toner, let stand for about 5-10 seconds and apply moisturizer to fingers. Try not to work the product too much in your hand before applying it to your face as this will break down the product, making it less effective. Proceed by applying the product first to the upper chest and neck (use upward sweeping motions) and continue up the face working the jaw and chin, the cheeks, and finally the forehead. I like this order of application as it prevents my applying too much moisture to the forehead area, which is usually supplied daily with more oil than the rest of your face. You may make a swipe around the eyes, although a facial moisturizer can be a little too heavy for the tender skin there, (this can cause puffiness and sagging) so i recommend using an eye specific cream.
NOTE: Some things to be aware of as you use your moisturizer; the most effective and safe moisturizers should have a lockable top such as a lid that twists to a closed position, or a pump with a lid to cover it when not in use. However, if it be in a tub like container (which many night creams are as they are of a thicker consistency) always use a spatula to remove the product. All of these methods help prevent bacteria growth and prolong the shelf life of the product.
Remember that with all products you are not just looking to “moisturize” the skin, as with this step, but to feed the skin what it needs with appropriate ingredients! (can’t wait for that post!!)
~Maresah~
On to the next step of those important moments before you go to sleep tonight!!
After Cleansing:
Tone! A toner refers to a lotion or wash designed to cleanse the skin and shrink the pores. To be honest, many people either do not know about this step or simply don’t think it is necessary. I, however, have found that using a toner makes a wonderful difference in how much moisturizer is used and the reduction of redness in the skin.
Application: 1) Spray directly onto the face with a spritz top nozzle on the bottle.
2) Apply to a damp cotton round, then onto the face.
One form of toner is a freshener –
These are the mildest form of toners; they contain virtually no alcohol (0-10%), water, and a humectant such as glycerine. Humectants help to keep the moisture in the upper layers of the epidermis by preventing it from evaporating. A popular example of this is Rosewater. These toners are the kindest to skin, and are most suitable for use on dry, dehydrated, sensitive and normal skins.
Another form is a Tonic –
These are slightly stronger and contain a small quantity of alcohol (up to 20%), water and a humectant ingredient. Orange flower water is an example of a skin tonic. Skin tonics are suitable for use on normal, combination, and oily skin.
Another form are Astringents –
These are the strongest form of toner and contain a high proportion of alcohol (20-60%), antiseptic ingredients, water, and a humectant ingredient. These are commonly recommended for oily skin types as they are drying, but NOTE that the removal of oil from the skin can lead to excess oil production as the skin tries to compensate for the lack of natural moisture left on the skin. (a little oil is natural and healthy). Witch Hazel is an example of an astringent. To prevent dehydration, astringent is best applied only to problem areas of skin, such as blemishes.
As toner is formulated to shrink the pores to retain moisture, it is somewhat drying because of this. Therefore, always moisturize afterward(which we will talk about later as our next step)!!
~maresah~
Q: Would you like a straight up answer?
A: Curl them BEFORE you apply mascara!!
Whew, now that we got that out on the table, let me give you just a few pointers.
Curling the lashes is a simple 3 step process, again, done BEFORE the application of mascara.
Step 1. Position lash curler as close as possible to the base of the top lashes and curl (if you are too close, however, you can risk pulling lashes out so be careful).
Step 2. Slide curler half way down lashes and again, curl.
Step 3. Slide curler to the tips of the lashes and again, curl.
Now that you have completed the proper lash curling steps, go ahead and apply your preferred mascara!
Has anyone experienced an “oops” moment with their lash curler? Feel free to share…..I’m sure we’ve all done a similar thing at one point or another: )
~maresah~
Melaluca Alternifolia, otherwise known as Tea tree oil, is an incredible plant native to Australia.
I’m sure you’ve all heard about Tea tree having some sort of healing properties, but haven’t really known how it works or exactly when to use it, right? Well let me just give you a few (ok kind of alot) of ways to use this amazing product!! To answer a couple questions first, Tea Tree acts as a natural antiseptic, muscle and sensory stimulant, and helps build the immune system, if used correctly. Literally, Tea tree could be your knew best friend!
Dental hygiene!!
sore gums? bad breath? Excessive plaque? well, try 1 drop of tea tree with your toothpaste right before you brush. Also, looking for a cheap mouthwash that works??….mix 3 drops of tea tree per 1 cup of water. Only use diluted TT oil in your mouth and be sure to rinse thoroughly with fresh water afterwards.
DO NOT SWALLOW!! Although this is an outstandingly effective and natural product, it does have side effects if misused, such as immune suppression, diarrhea, excessive drowsiness, and the possibility of slipping into a comma. So PLEASE, if using Tea Trea in the mouth, be smart about it.
Body Care!!
Athletes foot? warts? yeast infection? eczema/psoriasis? Acne? Burns? Scrapes? Poison Ivy? Dandruff? Ticks?
Any one of these can be temporarily or even permanently treated with Tea Tree oil.
Most of the time, all you have to do is add a few drops of Tea Tree oil to whatever you are currently using to treat the issue at hand. Pretty simple I’ll say.
Dandruff: 5-10 drops in your regular shampoo
Acne: 3 drops in your regular face was. Tea Tree also reduces redness…so after extractions, appy a small amount to each effected area.
Removing ticks: apply directly on the tick
Arthritis or sore muscles: massage directly onto painful area.
Tea Tree is really a fantastic product that is easy to use and extremely effective!! if you don’t already have it in your home, YOU SHOULD!!!
Where to get it: Whole Foods, Aveda, Fred Meyer. The best kind would be in glass brown bottles (to protect the product). They are usually pretty small, as it is an oil, and not much is necessary.
I’m a HUGE advocate of Tea Tree oil and hope you will be after trying it!!
~ Maresah ~
This is not necessarily a ‘How To’ topic, but it is a great subject….very intriguing. And as we are heading into the somewhat sunless fall and winter months, the need to keep that sun kissed look weighs heavily on our minds. Here are some things i found interesting about the subject…
Tanning booths verses direct sunlight. After some heavy research, I have to say that exposure is exposure.
Many tanning salons claim to block out most all UVA rays “the Aging rays” from the sun, and filter the UVB rays “the Burning rays” from the sun. Although, what people don’t realize, is that the rays in a tanning booth are about two to three times as strong as those directly from our sun. Hence, why you only have to go for about 8 to 12 minutes as apposed to laying beside the pool anywhere from 20 to 60 minutes. So the point in this case, is after the salon has “blocked out the UVA” and “filtered the UVB” you’re still getting the same, if not still more damage from the booth as you would just being outside!
Also, ever heard that you CAN’T get skin cancer if you tan in a booth? Soooo false!!! the risk is actually just the same if not more, due to the intense localization of the light rays. Its crazy to look at some statistical studies….
Some links to check out:
-Commercial Tanning vs.Sunbathing
basically my philosophy is “all things, if you must have them, in moderation!”
also, you will hear me talk soon about daily facial moisturizers with SPF …not a bad idea to get yourself one! Guys included!! it not only helps protect your skin against daily pollutants, but also daily light that effects your skin even through those fall overcast skies!!
~maresah~
- Do you care if Christa-Taylor carries other brands or designers?
- Do you think we are too dressy? Too Casual?
- If you bought one of our dresses, would you wear it around the house or out to an event?
- Do you prefer cottons or knits?
Hey girls,
I want to introduce Maresah Rogers, an old friend, fellow believer and one heck of a cosmetologist.
She’s joining the C-T blogging team and will be helping out with beauty blogging.
She’s a dear girl, you’ll like her.
Tell us a little about your background - did you always want to be a cosmetologist?
What is your vision for your skills? How do you want to use them?
So, if the post says- posted by Maresah - you’ll know who wrote it!
Perfect for that warm, autumn day, we’re offering the Orchid Weave Dress 30% off for our Fashion Friday special. Previously $43, you can now purchase this darling, breezy dress for $30, only today.
Shop the Orchid Weave Dress
NOTE: All sales are final on FF purchases
