I am too! I surround myself with them in my home and in my business too. All types of candles give me a high. Battery operated, electric plug ins and the traditional candle. They are a part of my Self-Care Sunday or nighttime beauty rituals.
However I have become pickier when I buy them now..I found a brand on Instagram that I had to tell you about. The brand is called L’oil. Created by a woman (Lexi Brown) of course. This artisan candle maker said the L is for Lexi. The oil will n the name represent the oils used.
I love ❤️ supporting small business owners and indie brands.
Her candles are made with all- organic soy natural with 💯 cotton wicks. Choose from an array of scents. The best part they have a 30-34 hour burn time.
Her fragrance oils used are lab tested (phthalate free, SLS + SLES free, paraben free and not tested on animals.
Vegan lovers you’ll love that Lexi says they are vegan too.
My favorite candle is the one with the lip 👄 shaped vessel, so adorable and so sexy! It looks great as decor, on your or to enjoy in your bathroom or at your dressing/ makeup table.
The sweet apple cinnamon makes me swoon! So warm and inviting. And my space smells divine! I love her candles so much i featured them with me on TV 📺 on First Coast Living on NBC12 this week.
I recently had a chance to speak with Melannie Miller AKA … Mae Mae Ink on Instagram @maeeastt about her side hustle business as a tattoo artist.
This beauty so intrigued me! A mom of twins and two more. She is not only gorgeous she is quite artistic in many ways.
So I simply had to have her on my blog as a guest interview. One of the hottest services in beauty right now is a service called “Lip Blushing”. Since I am mad about lipstick 💄 and painting 👄 pouts I had to chat about it with her. Let’s learn about it together!
Melannie is a professional tattoo artist and I had to know what exactly is Lip Blushing?
It is a type of semi-permanent cosmetic procedure achieved by depositing pigments in your lips using small needles. Basically your natural lip shade but enhanced.
Tell us about the process?
We will first establish the color match and once we have our color I will prep the skin by cleaning your lips and the surrounding skin gently then I will apply a numbing cream then put cotton swabs in between your lips and teeth to make the canvas more firm for the procedure then I will line your lips with a lip pencil to establish an even shape that goes with your natural shape then from there I will begin depositing your color match ink into your lips.
How does somebody prepare for the service before they see you? Or is no prep needed?
We ask that you use a safe lip scrub 3-4 days out of your appointment and once more before coming in to remove any dead or dry skin.
How long does it take for someone to get their lips blushed? Or are there several visits.
It takes up to 2 hours for the whole procedure to insure an even tone and shape. This procedure will last up to 2 years.
What is the healing time?How will someone look afterwards? Is there a bit of a down time?
Is it painful?
It takes about a week to heal and you will go through a few peeling stages which is complete normal, when you leave it will be a bit red and you shouldn’t feel much discomfort due to the numbing cream we apply before. There isn’t any down time we just ask you keep them moisturized at all times during the healing process and to avoid spicy foods or heavily seasoned foods for the first 24 hours.
Is it a unisex art & service? Yes it is! Anyone can come in for any of our permanent make up services provided.
I hope you enjoyed my guest and all the information on this trending lip enhancing beauty service.You can find her onthe gram @maemaeink
If you happen to live in Jacksonville Fl and the metro area you’re in luck! You may reach her at:
Fantasy Tattoo in Orange Park Fl
To book an appointment 904-866-2330
Questions on her beauty enhancement services via email:maemaeink@gmail.com
Not sure and want to learn more? Give her a call to explore the pretty possibilities.
As I mentioned before I am kinda shy and at the wrong times so I don’t have an Instagram feed (Noreen Kiss Young) with all photos of ME! And since I know what I look like I typically don’t take Selfies! Thought you might feel the same and want to learn a few tricks or two on selefies. Straight from some Celebrities,models or reality TV gals!
There’s something happening on Instagram: Every celebrity—from Hailey Baldwin to Kylie Jenner—is recycling the same five poses. You might not realize it’s happening. You might be doing it too. But there’s no doubt that it’s there. Of course, trends exist everywhere—in fashion, in beauty, in entertainment—and Instagram is no different. So we’re not blaming these…
Don’t you just LOVE this edible art by Holly Fox who I discovered on Instagram and has a shop on Etsy! I must buy one of her awesome cookie creations. So many cookies to choose from so little time! Yum!!!
What’s Trending in nail colors this summer … the Northeast Distributor for OPIVinnie Le from of Victoria Nial Supply says “Blue hues are so in from Mint blue,Baby blues and Aqua Ocean blue.He also says nude,pink nude and rose gold metallics are hot.” I am over the moon for these new shades!
How to make your nail polish last longer and strengthen them too? From Start to Finish by OPI is a 3 products in one new sensation. A base coat,a top coat and a nail strengthener too. So now you don’t have to apply a base coat,a top coat and a nail strengthener. ONE bottle and product for three steps. Genius!
Cuticle oil is a must. Apply it on your fingers and toes to keep the skin soft and looking good. Sandal season means less shoes and clothes. So,don’t forget to take care of your fingers d and toes.
If your hands are showing age…or to prevent sun spots and wrinkles from forming so fast. Try using a sunscreen on them. I like a natural one that is the kind you roll/rub on from a deodorant like stick by Go Waxhead. It isn’t just about protecting your face from spots your hands and tops of feet need it too.
Always keep your hands and body hydrated not only with cuticle oil but hand and body lotions and creams.
Now all you need is to paint the town with your fave hues! Have a happy National Nail Polish Day!
And since it is also National DONUT day let me share my fave donut in Chicago…
Do-rite donuts! If you haven’t tasted them you don’t know what you are missing! And yes I am still in love with Krispy Kreme donuts BUT this company’s donuts is really awesome too!
WORTH A TRIP to Chicago! Was just there last month and can’t wait to go back and taste more!
Starting to pack my makeup bags and luggage. I am so ready to work and rock New York City too. As much as I travel for work and play…packing is always a challenge when I have to fly for my work.Between the beauty supplies needed as a working make-up artist. So many rules too much beauty and clothes! I want to take every lipstick and walkin closet with me!
Other than working which is my fave’ thing to! I look forward to taking it all in…the city that is and the many things it does for my spirit and soul.I miss living up north.
PS
Found this artist on Instagram who drew this playful illustration of me and my LOVE for makeup and all things LIPS!
I am wild about this shade …it is like a violet with a touch of pink ! Do you like this hue?
I am hoping to find clothes and accessories in this hue! May even create a lipstick in that shade for my cosmetic line too.
SPRING is calling me!
Stay tuned …I can’t wait to share my beauty,travel and food adventures from my trip with you!
It is the start of the awesome July 4th weekend and maybe you’re going to hang in town have a barbeque and shop on your computer too. Here is a product I discovered browsing on Instagram. I had to own one! It is not glitter in a balmy stick it is so much more.
Z E has many benefits… at the top of the list it makes your skin look fabulous and gives your skin a subtle glimmer glow. It is an indie brand created by a woman. This brand’s products have the good stuff and none on the bad.
100% organic,natural,vegan,shea butter,coconut oil and is highly moisturizing.
2. Upload 12 of your fave’ photos (does not take long and is EASY)
3.PAY only $25.00 and you’re on your way TO GIVING the most awesome gift.
In a few weeks via the mail from England the box wrapped in shiny mylar paper will arrive. The photos you uploaded will be in the box as a cover sheet to show you exactly what you ordered. A personailized note will be included from you to them.
Then the MAGIC moment arrives. They (or you) see your personalized yummy delights ready to enjoy.
Hot chocolate never tasted as good until Boomf came along. OR eat them right out of the box. One fluffy delight after another.
P.S.
This company has royal ties…It is James the brother of Kate the duchess of Cambridge that founded this food and photograph delight.
You don’t necessarily need a NEW face cream or serum YOU NEED THIS.
It is a personal ultrasonic humidifier that you use with your bottled water. Ultra fine mist. NO filters to change. Infuses the air with an air moisturizing vapor that lasts up to 13 hours.
It’s cheap,chic and does wonders for my complexion!!!
PERFECT size and great for at your bedside night stand or wherever you’d like to use it.
Plug it in and await the amazing results and dewy pretty skin. It also is awesome for people with allergies and chronic dry throats.I love to use it year round.
Do you have a beauty dilema or question? Write to me.
Chat with me on Twitter @beautyconcierge and on Instagram at NoreenKissYoung I would LOVE to help you. If I don’t have the answer I’ll find out and get back with you. Thank you for your kind words and for reading my blog.
YUMMY Gifts or stocking stuffer treats…worth waiting for!
I know Christmas is fast approaching but really wanted you to know about this delicious find!
Who doesn’t LOVE sweets and treats???
I love candy!
Boomf box of MAGICAL Vanilla Mallows
Kate Middleton AKA the Duchess of Cambridge brother has a yummy company. http://www.Boomf.com
Look at my awesome box of customized marshmallows by Boomf So beautiful. So fun!
Fluffy,puffy and pretty gifts they will absolutely LOVE~
You can use your Instagram or other photos you took to create these yummy delights. I chose a variety of photos,my lips,clients,my hubby and I and a photo of a boluquet that was special to me from my sister.The possibilities are endless!
My Hot Chocolate NEVER looked or tasted so good!
Box of 9
$25.00 a box
Gift note card available! They arrived in perfect condition.Ready to eat or to give!
They ship from England to your mailbox and the name was created from the sound that the box makes when it lands to your door step. BOOMF!
The perfect gift!
Ordering was as easy as 1,2,3…I did it and the order arrived fresh,gorgeous and fabulous in 3 weeks.
While it may be too late for a Christmas arrival. You can let the people you are gifting to know a special package is arriving from England in a few weeks.
Some things are so worth waiting for!YUM…you’ll want to order more than one!
Valentines Day is around the corner…get to creating and ordering for your sweeties!
Make some beautiful memories! Put them on a yummy box of marshmallows.
Life is sweet and oh so short! Go get your YUMMY personalized box! XOXO
