How-to: Aztec nails with added lustre

13 May 2013 15:44 PM | Posted by bh'sOlivia

Hover over the pink stars to reveal the steps and discover exactly how to create this look yourself…

1. STEP ONE:

   Paint clean, dry nails with two coats of Sally Hansen Lustre Nail Color in 001 Moonstone.

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2. STEP TWO:

   Once your nails are dry, place a 10cm piece of sticky tape across your nail in a diagonal direction from the right corner of your cuticle to the left corner of your nail tip. Repeat in the opposite direction with another piece of tape.

3. Quick tip:

   make your tape less sticky by sticking it on and off your palm a few times before application. This will ensure it doesn’t pull your polish off.

4. STEP THREE:

   Where the two pieces of tape overlap, you’ll be left with a triangle shape in the centre of your nail. Apply two coats of Lustre Nail Polish in 005 Plume to this triangle area.

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5. STEP FOUR:

   After a few minutes, remove the sticky tape and you’ll have achieved a perfect Aztec-style triangle!

6. Quick tip:

   to copy our look exactly, reverse the colours on your ring finger, using 005 Plume as your base polish, and 001 Moonstone to colour your triangle.

Do you love creating new and exciting nail art looks? Do you get a kick out of mixing-and-matching your colours to come up with bang-on-trend designs? Then obviously you’ll know how fashion-forward multi-dimensional metallic nails are right now. You’ll also probably have an inkling of how cool Aztec patterns are, too. So why not combine the two? We’ve gone and made it super easy by creating a simple, easy-to-follow how-to for you. 

YOUR SHOPPING LIST:

- Sally Hansen Lustre Shine Nail Color in 001 Moonstone and 005 Plume.
- Sticky tape

WIN, WIN, WIN!

Recreate this on-trend look or ‘fashionise’ it further by using it as inspiration for your own nail art look and you could go into the draw to win one of eight Sally Hansen Lustre Shine Polish packs, valued at over $75 each!

You’ll love these polishes because they’re all infused with real silver to deliver a multi-dimensional and endlessly iridescent finish. Plus, they’re formulated to capture the light so you’re guaranteed to have eye-catching nails in no time.

To enter, simply e-mail an image of your nail look to olivia@beautyheaven.com.au
Our shortlist will be featured on site, so make sure you send us your best work!

Entries close: midnight AEST Monday May 20 2013

Which colours would you most like to use for this look? What other kinds of nail art would you love to create with the multi-dimensional Sally Hansen Lustre Polishes?

BAFTA beauty at its very best

13 May 2013 12:27 PM | Posted by bh'sOlivia

I don’t know what it is about the English. They’re responsible for some of the most-watched television shows in history, some of the biggest ever movie franchises (Hello, Harry Potter) and they do girl-next-door mixed with sultry seductress better than any other country I’ve ever come across.

The 2013 BAFTA Awards were certainly no exception. The red carpet of the annual event hosted a bevvy of beauties sporting perfect skin with a hint of that ‘English flush’ that the rest of the world constantly tries to recreate for themselves. Yep, the British ladies definitely impressed this year in the beauty, hair and fashion stakes – and I wanted to take a moment to share the delights that were my three favourites with you, so that we can all pine over the pretty looks together…

SIENNA MILLER

The Hollywood A-lister is no stranger to the red carpet, but what we love most about her is the ability to look sweet and feminine and ravishing all in the same breath. Her powder blue frock is a dream combined with her natural-looking blonde strands, which were fashioned into an effortless, completely girl-next-door-looking top knot. Her cheeks were appropriately illuminated and her freckles shone through her radiant complexion, we figure she must be wearing St. Tropez Skin Illuminator – and quite frankly we love it so much we’re off to and recreate her glowy skin right now.

MILLIE MACKINTOSH

The Made in Chelsea starlet turned up the heat on the red carpet with a peek-a-boo fitted black frock complete with jewellery-adorned bodice and thigh high split to boot. What really knocked my socks off however was her middle-parted pony and heightened crown. My guess is she’d fashioned a Lady Jayne Crown Styl’r to the back of her head, to give her pony a sophisticated ‘lift’. Her rosey/bronzed cheeks help to successfully contour and colour her cheeks, while the slick of black liner brings the whole look together and reminds us that she’s sexy  - as if the dress didn’t take care of that.

LAURA WHITMORE

The Irish Television Presenter chose to counteract the lightness in her hair and eyes with a deep antique pink hue on her lips and a sultry bronze shadow to frame her eyes (to copy her look, try COVERGIRL Outlast Double Lipshine in Antique Rose and Maybelline New York EyeStudio Color Tattoo Eye Shadow in Bad to the Bronze). Her high-necked black and gold frock made for an elegant ensemble that still succeeded to demand attention while letting her make-up do most of the talking. Her cheeks were carefully contoured just below her cheekbones, which made her face look super slim and her cheekbones look as though they were sky high. The low-slung pony allowed wavy strands to frame her face and complete the pretty-as-a-picture look.

Which look do you like best? Which would you be most likely to recreate yourself? 

Liv got PhotoReady using:

Face
Revlon PhotoReady Perfecting Primer
Revlon PhotoReady Makeup in 004 Nude
Revlon PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator in 100 Bare Light

Eyes
Revlon PhotoReady Primer + Shadow in 505 Impressionist
Revlon PhotoReady 3D Volume Mascara in Blackest Black

Cheeks
Revlon PhotoReady Crème Blush in Pinched

Lips
Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Sweetheart on her lips.

Beauty tips stolen from celebrity Instagrams

10 May 2013 17:02 PM | Posted by bh'sCherie

Celebrities know a lot about beauty. I mean, with access to professional hair and make-up artists on a weekly (or daily!) basis, it’s safe to say they’re constantly absorbing ingenious tips and tricks. Lucky them, huh?

For those of us who don’t have said professionals on tap, we need to find other ways to steal nifty beauty tips. One such way is Instagram. Celebrities LOVE posting candid images of themselves and the glorious moments that make up their days, and it’s these very images that are simply exploding with beauty lessons – you just need to look a little deeper to find out what they are.  

That’s where this gallery comes in – it’s jam-packed with celebrity Instagram snaps, all of which offer valuable beauty tips. From Miranda Kerr’s stylish sun-safety trick and Lauren Conrad’s unusual haircutting technique, to Jaime King’s ultimate feminine beauty look and Jessica Alba’s eye-popping make-up tip, there’s a lesson everyone can put into practice…

Do you follow a lot of celebrities on Instagram? Do you often find beauty inspiration in the snaps they post? Which of the hair, make-up and wellbeing lessons in our gallery are you most likely to steal for yourself?

Cherie got PhotoReady using...

Face
Revlon PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator in 200 Pink Light
Revlon PhotoReady Makeup in Shell
Revlon PhotoReady Concealer in 003 Light/Medium
Revlon PhotoReady Powder in 010 Fair/Light

Eyes
Revlon PhotoReady Primer, Shadow + Sparkle in 501 Metropolitan
Revlon PhotoReady 3D Volume Mascara in Black Waterproof

Cheeks
Revlon PhotoReady Crème Blush in 200 Flushed Rougissant

How-to: Elizabeth Olsen’s eye-enhancing make-up look

10 May 2013 15:50 PM | Posted by bh'sOlivia

Do you have shallow set eyes? Are they smaller than you’d like them to be? Me too, which is why I decided to take beauty cues from a sibling from one of the biggest-eyed families of all times – the Olsens. Just like her older twin sisters, Elizabeth Olsen boasts gorgeous big round eyes, and always makes them look stunning, with flawless make-up to match. I made it my mission to mimic Elizabeth’s look and see if I could successfully make my eyes an attractive focal point and pull of a successful smoky eye, once and for all… Hover over the pink stars to reveal the tricks

1. TRICK ONE:

   

   Apply Mirabella Skin Tint Crème over your complexion, being careful to blend under your jaw line and down your neck. This mineral-based foundation is designed to match the shade of each individual’s complexion.

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2. TRICK TWO:

   

   Mix the two complementary shades in your Mirabella Beauty Blush Colour Duo in Blissful across your cheeks, focusing on the apples of your cheeks and just underneath your cheekbones to effectively contour and highlight the area.

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3. TRICK THREE:

   

   Choose three of the Mirabella Beauty Eye Colour shades to use on your eyelids. Begin by shading your entire eyelid with a light hue (we used shade ‘Décor’) and then take the shade to the inner corners of your eyes.

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4. TRICK FOUR:

   

   Next, use a deep green colour to shade the crease of your eyelid and blend it up a little, too (we used shade ‘Azure’). Then dip a slanted eyeliner brush into a little water and then into the shadow and apply it in a pointed ‘wing’ near the outer

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5. TRICK FIVE:

   

   Take a silver eyeshadow (we used Mirabella Beauty Eye Colour in Kristique) and apply it carefully just below your bottom lash line. Be sure to take the colour all the way to the inner corner of your eye.

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6. TRICK SIX:

   

   To define your eyes, take a dark (but not black) liner such as Mirabella Eye Definer in Foil (a dark grey hue) and line the top of your lash line.

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7. TRICK SEVEN:

   

   Position your Mirabella Lash Essential Mascara into your top lashes, close your eyes and then wiggle your mascara wand free. Repeat to the whole row of top lashes for a full, voluminous result. Apply a little to your bottom lashes, too.

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8. TRICK EIGHT:

   

   Finish with a slick of Mirabella Lip Colour in Fleur. Simply use a tissue to blot your first layer of colour before applying a second coat.

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So what do you think? Does my make-up match Elizabeth's? Do my eyes grab your attention? What are your top tips for enhancing your eyes with your make-up?

Liv got PhotoReady using:

Face
Revlon PhotoReady Perfecting Primer
Revlon PhotoReady Makeup in 004 Nude
Revlon PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator in 100 Bare Light

Eyes
Revlon PhotoReady Primer + Shadow in 505 Impressionist
Revlon PhotoReady 3D Volume Mascara in Blackest Black

Cheeks
Revlon PhotoReady Crème Blush in Pinched

Lips
Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Sweetheart on her lips.

MKR’s Scott Gooding’s motivational winter fitness tips

10 May 2013 14:24 PM | Posted by bh'sCherie

Scott Gooding is a) an exceptional personal trainer, b) a fitness guru, c) rather handy in the kitchen, and d) a top bloke, and a cheeky one at that. He also has the most insane blue eyes, which any lady would probably kill for.

For those of you who don’t recognise him as one half of the ‘Bondi Boys’ from the latest season of cooking reality show My Kitchen Rules, you’re still in for a treat. Here, Scotty shares his top tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and training regimen during winter, because even he knows it’s hard to stay motivated when the days are short and the nights are bitterly cold…

Scott Gooding’s best fitness tips for staying motivated in winter

#1. Don’t let the cold weather affect your workout session.
Just because it’s blowing a gale outside and the temperature is almost freezing, there’s no excuse to cancel a workout. You can still effectively exercise in the comfort of your own home or office with next to no room and zero equipment. Try Scotty’s Five Matrix exercise technique – five squats jumps, five split lunges, five sprawls, five mountain climbers and five push-ups continuously for at least two to five minutes – and you’ll trick your body into an aerobic and strength training session in one.

#2. Use the cold weather to your advantage.
The cooler temperature and chilly winds during winter will automatically leave your body at a lower temperature. But don’t view this as a negative. You’ll be able to work harder for longer periods without the risk of overheating like in summer, which ultimately results in the burning of more calories.

#3. Don’t allow the darkness to demotivate you.
Let’s be honest - training outside on a dark, cold night can be a struggle. Beat your urge to bail on exercise by joining a community of like-minded people. (Read: a running club, boot camp, or boxing gym.) By exercising with others, you’ll not only relieve loneliness and feel motivated to show up, but learn new skills and make friends, too.

#4. Do indulge in hearty healthy winter food.
You’re likely to have less social engagements at this time of year, so use your time at home wisely. Focus on creating healthy food, learning new recipes and preparing meals for the rest of the week and you’ll eliminate the risk of making poor food choices. And the healthier you eat, the better you’ll feel, leaving you more to energised and amped for exercise. Scotty recommends arming yourself with a slow cooker so you can easily prepare nutritious meat dishes. Throw in beef cheeks and some dark ale mixed with honey, carrot, celery, onion and cinnamon before you hit the gym and you’ll come home to a nutritious, warming meal.

Did you watch Scott Gooding on the most recent season of My Kitchen Rules? Did you know he’s a personal trainer as well as talented cook? Will you be utilising any of his exercise tips?

PS. For more fitness and health tips from Scott, follow the MKR star on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, or check out Scotty Gooding Fitness.

Cherie got PhotoReady using...

Face
Revlon PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator in 200 Pink Light
Revlon PhotoReady Makeup in Shell
Revlon PhotoReady Concealer in 003 Light/Medium
Revlon PhotoReady Powder in 010 Fair/Light

Eyes
Revlon PhotoReady Primer, Shadow + Sparkle in 501 Metropolitan
Revlon PhotoReady 3D Volume Mascara in Black Waterproof

Cheeks
Revlon PhotoReady Crème Blush in 200 Flushed Rougissant