11.06.2013
Reader Question: How can I get thicker eyebrows?

how to get thicker eyebrows

Hey girl, hey.

I need your beauty help.  I need a serum or product that will help fill in a bald spot in my eyebrows. I want the hair to grow back so I don’t have to fill it in with a powder.  Any ideas?

– “A”

Hi A!

This is a really great question because who doesn’t want fuller eyebrows?!  Here are three really good suggestions, and you can even use them all together if you really want to go crazy 🙂  Good luck and keep me posted with your results!

1. Viviscal: I’ve personally been using Viviscal for about a year and am super impressed with the results.  I actually use it to make the hair on my head thicker, but I’ve definitely also noticed that my leg hair grows back faster and it’s been shown to also help with eyebrows!  This supplement contains a combination of marine proteins, acerola cherry (an antioxidant), and horsetail extract, a form of silica — all of which are good for promoting healthy hair growth and hydrated follicles.

2. Latisse: Most people use this for their eyelashes but you can also put it on your eyebrows; it’s pretty much the gold standard of hair growth.

3. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Enhancing Serum Advanced: During clinical studies, 100% of testers said they had noticeable eyebrow growth after using this product…pretty awesome.  This serum is formulated with an advanced Pentapeptide chain and is rich in botanical extracts and vitamins to help strengthen and condition skin and brow hair. With regular, twice-daily use, this product helps you to achieve fuller, longer, and more youthful-looking brows with less breakage.

xo,

Jamie

 

 

 

07.30.2013
Reader Question: do I really need toner?

Do I really need toner

 Kiehl’s Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free TonerBiore Blemish Treating Astringent | Kate Somerville Clarifying Treatment Toner | Mario Badescu Special Cucumber Lotion | Boscia Balancing Facial Tonic

Question:

Hey Jamie!

I have a question…what is the purpose of toner? Is it necessary? AND, after I take off my makeup (using Queen of the Quarter Life Crisis-approved Neutrogena makeup removing wipes) and wash my face, when I put the toner on should there be dirt or some kind of grey to brown on the cotton ball or does that mean that my face wash isn’t working well enough?

xo,

“E”

Answer:

Hey “E”!

That’s a great (and really common) question.  My first experience with toner was when I did PR for Sea Breeze back in the day…that stuff was hard core, let me tell you, but it had a cult-like following.  Here’s the story: toners are greatly misunderstood.

What are they? Toners are traditionally used to balance the skin’s pH and remove anything that your cleanser missed (hence why you see color on your cotton ball after you use it).  Newer toners actually can be really hydrating and have added benefits with good-for-you ingredients, depending on the product.

Should I use one?  Since there are so many different kinds, you just have to do some research to see which toner is best for your skin (my favorites are above).  Some contain alcohol, which removes excess oil and helps prevent breakouts but can also dry out skin.  However, most derms say that anyone with eczema or rosacea (ahem, me!) should avoid them due to sensitivity.

  • If you have oily skin, look for toners with salicylic acid, sulfur, or tea tree oil
  • If you have dry skin, grab ones with panthenol, hyaluronic acid, aloe, and glycerin


Good luck!

Jamie

 

05.16.2013
Reader Question: Where can I find cheap statement necklaces?

cheap statement necklaces

Question: Hey Jamie,

I need help. I need retail therapy, but am not rich enough to buy as many new colorful things as will make me happy. I believe you will know the answers: where do I get inexpensive statement necklaces?!  I need a style guide- please help!

“S”

Hi “S”!

I feel your pain.  One of my fashion blogger friends, Sydne Summer, get me hooked on the costume jewelry from Forever21, especially for statement necklaces!  It would be easy to buy one of the gorgeous (or designer) $300 versions, but even easier to get THIRTY statement pieces from Forever21, for the same price.  Here are a few of my favorites (clockwise).  Happy shopping!

Geo Bib Necklace | Spike Link Necklace | Pointed Bib Necklace | Faux Stone Cluster Necklace | Faceted Faux Stone Necklace | Cutout Geo Crescent Necklace | Tiered Crescent Necklace