10 Tips for Coloring Your Hair at Home + A GIVEAWAY!

December 16, 2015 by MyStyleSpot Leave a Comment

I’m sure I’m not the only one that goes as long as possible without having to step foot into a salon. I have no idea why that is, I’m just lazy maybe and well I like to save myself time and money where I can. Getting your hair colored at the salon can take half a day at least, but when at home, you can do a number of things while waiting for your hair color to develop, just be sure to keep an eye on it though! Color goes from brown to red to orange in a hurry before getting to your desired blonde! And if you remove too early, well then you get that awesome orange hair that looks great for you know, Halloween, but that’s pretty much it!

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I recently got to try out an amazing new line of hair coloring products perfect for your stylist to do for you, or even easy and straightforward enough to do on yourself at home. I actually took my hair to the salon this time to have it professionally done since I did my own highlights about 6 months ago and had no idea how to go about integrating the roots and new highlights with my old ones. I also chose a brighter, more golden blonde this time and wanted to make sure I would get the most natural look by having it done by my stylist!

UglyDucklingColor.com offers a HUGE range of hair color, in fact you’ll find over 63 shades! Even the bright blues, pinks, and well.. orange, if you’re into that! The amazing thing about Ugly Duckling hair color that you won’t find with other professional hair coloring products, especially the ones you buy off the shelf at the supermarket, is that it is designed to be super gentle on your hair (even when using those bleached blonde highlights like I did!) It leaves hair feeling incredibly soft and shiny afterwards too!

How? Well they add Argan oil to their hair color! Amazing right!? If you’ve followed my blog for awhile, you know I’m obsessed with Argan oil, especially when it comes to using on my hair. I love and obsess over Argan Oil shampoos, conditioners, hair treatments, you name it! This is the first time I’ve actually seen it in hair color and I’m beyond amazed! I use to bleach my hair blonde for like a whole decade in my teens and twenties until it completely tore apart my hair, as us faux blondes all know can happen, and rather quickly when it comes to lightning up hair! This amazing product from Ugly Duckling makes it easy to keep adding highlights or continually have your hair dyed blonde, even platinum, and keep your hair incredibly healthy, soft, and shiny anyway! That is an absolute miracle in the way of hair coloring if you ask me!

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Pretty amazing right?

Like I said above, I got my highlights done professionally in the salon, but if you want to try it out for yourself, the Ugly Duckling professional hair color is the perfect product to try out at home!

Here are my hair coloring results using my Intense Golden Blonde Ugly Duckling hair color:

To get you started on giving yourself some highlights at home, here are a bunch of tips I compiled from the experts:

Tips for At-Home Highlights and Hair Coloring:

Deep condition hair the night before to help nourish your hair before some intense coloring. Again, if you use Ugly Duckling hair color, you can probably skip this step!
Apply vaseline around the hair line to keep color off your face and neck.
Practice first (you can try the out the night before with conditioner so you can see exactly how the highlights will look when placed your hair).
Do a strand test first somewhere that won’t be noticeable. This is a great way to know exactly how long you need to let the color sit on your hair before rinsing. Check especially 5 mins before, as this is crucial developing time. Make sure its not orange before rinsing. *Tip: Women with lighter eyes tend to have color develop faster on hair. If you have dark brown eyes, you may need the full 30-40 mins to develop. Someone with blue eyes may only need 25-30 mins!
Use a toothbrush! Apply thicker streaks in the front with a toothbrush, about 1 inch thickness in the front, 1/2 in thickness going toward the back, and use a baby toothbrush and apply 1/4 in thickness in the very back, for the most natural looking highlights.*Tip: The closer you place highlights the overall lighter your hair will look.
Isolate pieces to paint with clips, then secure the rest in the ponytail. Bring out each piece one at a time to color.
Place a paper towel under each painted section to keep it from touching uncolored hair underneath, or wrap in tin foil.
Don’t start right at the roots. Start coloring about an inch down. Work all the way down, then finish at your roots. This allows for a more natural finish at the top.
Watch it as it develops! Keep checking the color, especially within 5 minutes of finishing time.
When you’re finished, deep condition your hair afterwards and follow up with clear gloss.

That’s it! Hope these tips help you on your next coloring!

Want to learn more about Ugly Ducklings amazing Argan Oil range of color? Check them out at UglyDucklingColor.com.

Happy Coloring!

*I was given this product for the purpose of review. However, all thoughts and opinions expressed in this post are solely my own. I only share reviews with my readers, I feel will be beneficial or informative in some way.

**MyStyleSpot is not responsible for shipment of prize.

Got Dark Circles Under Those Eyes? Try this Amazing Eye Mask to Effectively Get Rid of them for Good!

December 15, 2015 by MyStyleSpot 2 Comments

It’s that time of year, shopping, paying for shopping, stressing about shopping, the holidays, planning parties, gift-giving, etc. It’s really no wonder this time of year tends to lead to a lot of sleepless nights for many of us too, and unfortunately what comes from that, as well all know, is those ugly unsightly dark circles under the eyes! Yep, our eyes don’t lie. They are the gateway to the soul as they say, they give away your age, and they let people know when you’re not sleeping as much as you should be too.

Luckily there is a great way to combat the tired, puffy, dark eyes while you sleep! The VIIcode O2M Mask makes it super simple to wake to refreshed, and give you wide-awake eyes that look like you’ve slept for 8 or 9 hours when maybe you only got 4 or 5 instead! These lovely gel-like textured eye masks couldn’t be any easier to use. Just pop them on before bed after cleansing your face, and remove when you wake! That’s it! You can wear them up to 8 hours too, for maximum results! The mask will continuously deliver product to your eyes while you sleep, allowing you to look refreshed, and more youthful come morning, even if the lack of sleep has not left you feeling quite that way yourself!

To wear, just open up the individual packet, pull back the light membrane on the back of each mask, then apply underneath the eye. The eye masks are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, proteins, botanicals, peptides, and essential fatty acids, as well as ecological plant oxygen extracts which are extracted from natural herbal formula, to remove the dark circles, diminish the puffiness, and leave your sensitive skin around the eye area looking vibrant, youthful, refreshed, and brighter too! This incredible formula works to help activate memory cells, promoting cell metabolism, and also helps promote oxygen in the blood too, which of course is what helps leave you with these crazy-amazing skin benefits while using this fabulous eye mask!

These oxygen eye masks are also incredibly soothing and cooling to use! They will be great in the summer time especially to keep you cool. I love how each time I use it, it makes me feel like I’m at the spa. The masks are thick yet feel lightweight on the skin so they don’t interrupt sleep. The gel-like consistency keeps the skin feeling cool and refreshed! The pads area also sticky enough they stay in place all night long, even if you tend to roll around in your sleep, but they won’t leave any residue behind when you remove them, and they are easy to take off when it comes time to remove. In fact, it hardly feels like peeling at all, they just come right off with no extra effort!

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How To Manage Winter Dry Skin?

December 14, 2015 by MyStyleSpot 1 Comment

Winter time is not the greatest of times for most people. This applies mostly to those people whose hands, face and feet are all dried up due to the cold weather. For some, the condition doesn’t stop here. It goes all the way to making the skin so dry that it starts to crack and flake. In worse conditions, eczema may result. The worst comes to the worst when you turn on the heat in the house and the skin becomes drier instead of making the condition better. What then do you do when all the remedies you thought would work don’t work? Do you just give up or are there a few more remedies available that you can try out?

Well, hold on as here that all we will be discussing. Some of the things you may do include:

Apply Extra Moisturizer

If ever your skin needed moisture, now it needs it even more. If you apply your usual moisturizer and find it is not as effective as it is in summer or spring, then it’s a sign that you need to change it as soon as possible. A change is always good, remember. A heavier moisturizer will ensure your skin doesn’t dry out and remains protected all through. Opt for an ‘ointment’ moisturizer that is oil based rather than water based. The oil creates a layer on the skin that retains more moisture than cream or lotion. Apply the moisturizer after shower when the skin is still dump. Note, this is not the time to apply skin bleaching cream as it may worsen the condition.

See a Dermatologist

You are not sick, so stop freaking out. Why you need a dermatologist is so he/she can analyze your skin and give you advice on the best skin care regime that you should adopt that will help with your dry skin. However, chances are that they may recommend expensive products available in the market. That doesn’t mean you are stuck with those ones. Research shows that most expensive and cheap products are mostly the same. The only difference is the marketing strategies and the packing. What should matter most to you right now is how your skin responds to the product and if it fulfills your desires. Other things such as the cost affect least.

A Short Warm Shower

I know the temptation to have a long hot bath is immense during the cold days, but you need to avoid it as it will do you more harm than good. The thing about a hot bath is that it has a drying effect on your skin. The same case applies to soaps that have fragrances, alcohol or deodorant. Most of them tend to strip off the skin’s natural oils. You should take less than ten minutes in the shower, and after stepping out, apply your moisturizer.

Video: Skin Care Routine to Try This Winter

Via: https://youtu.be/3pAMUoZF3oA?list=PLdGeMxFseBlfyqY_9DiMhM-tjONnyUmsg

Eat Healthy

For the skin to stay moisturized and supple, you need to do more than skin protection. Eating the right foods will ensure the skin gets the required nutrients and fats for it to stay healthy. Such foods include nuts, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Also, ensure you drink enough water to keep the skin hydrated. I will not ask you to take the gospel ‘8 glasses of water per day’ as I know you won’t do it anyway. Just take enough to keep you hydrated. There are also foods with high water content that make excellent substitutes. Water moisturizes the skin from inside out and also boosts the body functions of most organs. Eating healthy will also help in over all body fitness. Talk of killing two birds with one stone!

Apply Sunscreen

You may be wondering why you have to do this yet the sun is nowhere in sight. Well, the skin is most sensitive during winter meaning even the least of exposure to the sun’s UV rays will take greater toll on the skin. This calls for the need to have it protected all though as these rays are still present. Ensure you apply a sunscreen with the correct SPF before you step out of the house.

Conclusion

Winter time doesn’t have to be the worst time for you if your skin acts out. It should be like any other time or even better. The secret is to know what to do with the skin to beat the dryness. The above tips will help you through. Don’t forget to install a humidifier.

Author Bio:

Ella James is an aspiring author who is pursuing Health Services Administration degree from St. Petersburg College. She is an active contributor to Consumer Health Digest, which is a leading Health News. In recent years, she had the opportunity to review skin bleaching creams. Get connected with her on Facebook and Twitter.

#HOWTO: Get The Infinity Braided Updo

December 9, 2015 by MyStyleSpot Leave a Comment

Looking for a lovely braided bun to create for your upcoming Holiday Parties? Well look no further! I have a fabulous tutorial from Latest-Hairstyles.com Contributor: Roxie Jane Hunt, for complete steps on how to create this beautiful look!

“I love this braided updo because even though it appears as if you need mad braiding skills to achieve it, you really don’t, ” explains Roxie Jane Hunt. “The bones of this hairstyle are all based around basic braiding techniques, making the infinity braid do-able for anyone. Medium-long to long hair is needed to create this look. If you don’t have quite enough hair to create the finished look you desire, simply throw in a few clip-in extensions!

The infinity braid is also a perfect style for day two dirty hair (and beyond) and the perfect DIY look that can take you from a casual lunch date to an evening formal event in a snap.”

Step 1

For this gorgeous look, you will need to section the head into threes, two small side sections and one large section down the middle. French braid one of the side sections.

Step 2

Create a basic three-strand braid on the remaining side section and larger middle section. Secure all braids with a small elastic.

Step 3

Starting with your center braid, wrap it loosely into a bun.

Step 4

Use bobby pins around the bun to secure it in place.

Step 5

Take the French braided section and wrap it under and around the middle bun. Pin into place.

Step 6

Finally, take the remaining smaller side braid and wrap it over and around your middle bun. Pin that braid into place and spray the entire look with a hairspray of your choice.

Done!

Happy Braiding!

GIVEAWAY: Win the #1 Neck Tightening Cream

December 8, 2015 by MyStyleSpot 28 Comments

Hey lovelies, wishing for a tighter firmer neck this holiday season? Well Santa, I mean Strivectin is here to help make your wish come true!

I recently got to try out Strivectin’s fabulous new TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream and have been nothing short of amazed! This rich, fabulous cream designed specifically for the neck, is designed to lift and firm loose areas of the skin, giving you a more youthful appearance. You will see immediately results with this cream as well as long-term results, thanks to the incredible technology used in this neck cream that improves skin elasticity, leaves skin feeling tighter, firmer, and less like gravity has taken its toll on it!

Immediately after use, I noticed much smoother, softer, supple skin. With time, benefits such as tighter, more refined, toned, less-sagging, skin will be much more noticeable too. You can use this cream on your décolletage for a more youthful looking chest too! I’ve actually used it on the back of my hands as well to keep them looking tight and toned as well!

The skin is super thick, creamy and luxurious feeling, yet isn’t heavy and won’t weigh down the skin, even if you have oily skin. I noticed an intense hydration right away when using it on my super dry winter skin, yet it is lightweight enough my skin soaked it up immediately. No residue left on my skin, or pillow!

In a recent clinical study, over 96% of users saw a firmer looking neck and jawline! Wow, pretty incredible results from using this cream right?! Not only that, but 96% noticed tighter skin, 88% saw a more refined jawline and neck, and 92% saw a tighter, more sculpted looking neck and jawline.

I guess it’s no surprise after hearing that when I tell you Strivectin’s Advanced neck tightening cream is indeed the #1 selling neck cream!

Don’t neglect your jawline, décolletage, and neck any longer, start firming and tightening up your skin right away with Strivectin’s Advanced Neck Tightening Cream!

Want to learn more about Strivectin’s powerful neck tightening cream, or pick some up for yourself? Be sure to visit them at Strivectin.com. Use twice a day in the AM and the PM for max results!

Happy Lifting and Firming!

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*I was given this product for the purpose of review. However, all thoughts and options expressed in this post are solely my own. I only share reviews with my readers, I feel will be beneficial or informative in some way.

GIVEAWAY: Win a $600 Sephora Gift Card!

December 6, 2015 by MyStyleSpot 1 Comment

Hey Lovelies! I have another exciting Instagram Giveaway!

It’s giveaway time! I have teamed up with these fabulous friends to spoil one lucky follower with a $600 Sephora eGift Card.

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