Onei MK-I Halo Ceramic Flat Iron

The Onei MK-I Halo ceramic flat iron is renowned for producing salon-quality results at home in minutes and is regarded as the best flat ironsavailable for transforming frizzy, boring hair into beautifully straight locks.

• Ultra smooth, dual floating, multi-coat ceramic plates give you healthier, silkier hair with virtually no pull
• Gentle far infrared and ionic energy protect your hair for superior shine and luster
• Elliptical barrel lets you straighten, flip, and curl
• 140°F-450°F – perfect for ALL hair types and Brazilian keratin treatments
• 1-inch rounded-edge plates for faster glide and styling versatility
• Automatic 30-minute safety shut off & active temperature regulation system
• Super bright true temperature display with activation/adjust chimes
• 3-meter 360° swivel cord for salon use, 4-year limited warranty
• Onei’s ceramic flat iron hair straightener is the best salon quality flat iron because they are specifically designed for curly and thick hair. The plates are high quality ceramic for coarse or curly hair. Titanium flat iron hair straighteners tent to break down, burn hair and hard on hair texture.  Ceramic iron plates are better for texture. 100% ceramic flat irons are best for coarse and curly hair alike, because they deliver more even heat distribution, while eliminating damaging spots. 100% ceramic plates produce beneficial negative ions and infrared heat rays to create more shiny and frizz-free hair, while absorbing your hairs natural moisture and can cause significantly less damage. Onei’s flat irons are also more efficient in heat retention which can allow for thicker hair to be more easily straightened. Put us to the test against other ceramic flat iron brands, and we are certain we offer the best flat iron and well back it up with a 4 year wantentee.
  

  Ceramic Vs Titanium Hair Straightener Flat Irons

  If u were to compare titanium vs ceramic flat iron brands you would finrd that titanium plates in flat irons do not protect your hair. In fact, in a recent study, titanium flat irons vs. ceramic flat irons, show that titanium plate flat irons actually damage hair significantly more than Ceramic. Titanium fla irons have also been shown to cause more damage in colored, highlighted, and any chemically altered hair. The best flat iron for dyed hair is Onei’s MK-I halo ceramic flat iron. If you are looking for a cheap flat iron hair straightener we can refer to you Walmart, but if you want a digital readout, and quality, Onei’s quality cannot be beat for the price.

• Best Flat Iron Temperature

  400 degrees to 430 degrees is the best flat iron temperature to reduce burning and hair damage. Fortunately Onei’s patented flat iron can reduce the damaging effects of heat by evenly dispersing the head throughout the flat iron hair straightener. Thick and curly hair can be very difficult to straighten in lower temperature and curly hair may require temperatures around 430-450 degrees.

  How Do Straightening Irons Work?

  The best hair straightening irons, flat irons, or straighteners break down your hair’s positive hydrogen bonds found in the hair’s cortex, which can cause hair to open up, or bend and become curly or straight depending on the Straitening iron method being used. Once the bonds are broken, hair is prevented from holding its original, natural form, though the hydrogen bonds can re-form if exposed to moisture. They can use ionic and Nano technology. They use mainly ceramic material for its plates. Low end straighteners use single layer of ceramic coating on its plates whereas high end straighteners use multiple layers of ceramic or even use 100% ceramic material for its plates.

• Flat Iron Reviews

  “I’ve been shopping around for irons for a while, reading reviews and what not. You don’t know what to believe and it’s very frustrating. I gave this iron a shot because the price was reasonable and it promises a 4 year warranty. I used to have the best Chi Flat iron, which provided me with 6 years of faithful service before it burned out.

  Upon my first use of this iron, I knew I made the right choice. The main thing I noticed is that it did not pull on my hair, which I greatly appreciated since this happened all of the time with my Chi. The second thing I noticed is how hot it was; much hotter than my Chi. I was able to straighten each section of my hair with just a single pass. For reference I am Caucasian with hair that is thick, coarse, wavy and frizzy. After using this iron it was smooth, glossy, and perfectly straight. I used it on the hottest setting – 450 degrees, but I will probably turn down the temp because my hair smells just a teensy bit burnt. In my opinion, the hottest setting would be perfect for ladies with harder-to-straighten hair.

  The only thing I do not know of course is if the iron will hold up over the years, or if the warranty will be honored should a problem arise. If it lasts even as half as long as my Chi then it is worth the money in my opinion. I will update this review if anything changes but at this point, I am extremely happy with this iron.”https://oneibeauty.com/products/flat-irons/The-Best-Salon-Quality-Ceramic-Flat-Irons#

GLUELESS LACE FRONT WIGS

You love lace wigs, you want to wear lace wigs as often as you possibly can, but sometimes the hassle of applying and removing adhesives each time becomes a pain (don’t try to deny it, we all have these lazy moments and we know them well). Here is where the Model Lace Wig and Hair Glueless Lace Wig comes in, the perfect lace wig alternative you can just slip on, and pull off in a flash.

These Model Lace Wig and Hair Glueless Lace Wigs feature: Hard French Lace Fronts to keep the hairline flat. In addition, we have added hidden adjustable straps for the perfect snug fit.

The Model Lace Wig and Hair Glueless Lace Wig cap style makes life simple. Spend less time tackling any worries about what glue to use and planning your life around your lace wig’s application. All of us Lace Wig Divas need a little adhesive break sometimes.

$310.00 Gold Club Price

Approx. Length:Root to Tip: 20″; Overall length: 28″
Style: Bodywave – This unit features a 3″ lace front base. You may part it anywhere in front. Application and removal instructions will be included with your order as well as hair care instructions.
Hair Type: 100% Indian Human Hair
Hair Density: 100% Medium
Baby Hairs: Front only
Bleach Knots: Knots are bleached at the hairline; single knots at hairline.
Cap Style: GLUELESS | French Hard Lace Front w/ regular wefts & adjustable straps in back
Lace Color: Light Brown
Color Shown:#1B Off Black
Cap Size: May fit sizes small, medium
Please Note: We are closed and DO NOT ship on Sundays and Tuesdays – All orders placed on these days will ship out the following business day.

Special Free Gifts with this Order Free Extended Wear (18 piece) Supertape Strips
Free Shipping on Orders Over $100.00 (Available within the US Only) UPS Ground
No TAX (except in NV)

 

What is the return insurance program?:
If you pay $39.50 extra for this item, you may return/exchange it without paying the restocking fee of 20%. We do not issue refunds only an exchange or store credit will be granted. If you don’t like your wig for any reason, we will exchange your wig free of charge if the item has insurance on it. Does not include shipping. Must meet Model Lace Wigs and Hair’s Return/Exchange Policy Terms..

IN-STOCK LACE WIG LAYAWAY PLAN You may place a 49% non-refundable deposit on an IN-STOCK unit to hold it (based on the Gold Club Member Price). You will have 30 days to pay the remaining balance (extensions may be made if needed upon approval by Model Lace Wigs and Hair). Your order will ship once your balance is Paid in Full. If you do not pay your remaining balance by the 30 day deadline, your deposit will be considered forfeited and the hold on the lace wig will be released and re-posted. If you decide to change your mind about the unit you’ve placed a deposit on you will be charged a 10% fee to change the unit you have on hold.

 

$329.99

$263.99 Gold Club PriceSummary: A lace front wig is pretty unique. It’s built on a very sheer lace cap, and the main feature is that at the hairline, and when parted anywhere on the lace base, a lace wig looks incredibly natural, as if the hair is growing right out of your scalp.

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Style:	Yaki (African American Relaxed Texture) – You can wear this unit in a partial up-do or low pony tail. Application and removal instructions will be included with your order as well as hair care instructions.
Hair Type:	100% Indian Human Hair
Hair Density:	120% Average
Baby Hairs:	Yes; around perimeter.
Single Knots	Knots are single at hairline and double throughout.
Cap Style:	GLUELESS | French Hard Lace Front with regular wefts & adjustable straps in back, including 1 wig comb at nape for added security.
Lace Color:	Light Brown
Color Shown:	#1B Off Black with #30 Highlights
Cap Size:	May fit sizes small, medium cap size
Approx. Length:	Root to Tip: 18″ Overall Length is “23

Allure Human Hair Collection 100% Human Hair
The Allure Collection is the perfect choice for the budget conscious lace wig buyer. This collection features 100% human hair. All human hair in this lace wig collection is hand chosen and processed using a special technique developed by Model Lace Wigs and Hair to preserve the integrity of each hair shaft longer than most. Lace Wigs in the Allure Human Hair Collection will last approximately 3 to 5 months if maintained (individual results may vary).

Can I Curl/Flat Iron the hair?	Can I Add Highlights to Original Color (Dye Lighter)?	Can I add Lowlights to Original Color? (Dye Darker)	Can I perm the hair?
Yes	Not recommended	Yes	Not recommended

Please Note: We are closed and DO NOT ship on Sundays and Tuesdays – All orders placed on these days will ship out the following business day.

All our products are exquisitely handmade, one piece at a time, one hair at a time, mainly using products of nature. It is therefore quite difficult if not impossible to make a wig with hundreds of hairs identical. Even though we have the most attentive wig artisians and stylists who are the “Masters” of their craft, and even though every effort is made to create the most superior lace wigs on the market today, there may be natural variations in construction, hair color and style that should not be misconstrued as flaws or errors. We believe this is what makes each handmade product special and truly one of a kind. We recommend visiting our store if possible to try on wigs in person or purchasing exchange insurance in case you need to return your wig for another option. You will receive wig similar

 

Hair Texture

Yaki Straight (African American Relaxed)

 

Shipping Time

Ships today if ordered before 1:30P [PT] Excluding Sun. & Tues.

 

How to Apply a Lace Wig

Please Note: This is one method to apply a lace wig. There are several methods depending on your preference. There is no one way to apply a unit. This is just a simple method you may use.

Practice Makes Perfect
Supplies You Will Need:

A. Scissors (must be very sharp)

B. Cotton Ball (optional)

C. Comb

D. Head Scarf

E. Hair Clips

F. Rubbing Alcohol (optional)

G. Wig Cap (optional)

H. Skin-Shield (skin-protector)

I. Lace Wig Adhesive (liquid or tape)

J. Lace Wig Adhesive Solvent/Remover
Please Note: Before Using Any Product Test a Small Area on Your Skin for 24 Hours to Make Sure it does not cause Irritation. If Harmful Irritation Develops Please Discontinue Use.
Follow These Steps:
1. Prepare your existing hair: Pin or braid your hair as close to your scalp as possible for a bump free, flat surface. Use a wig cap that is the color of your scalp (OPTIONAL).
2. Prepare your skin: Using a cotton ball, wipe rubbing alcohol on the perimeter of your hairline. This will eliminate any natural oils and dirt.
3. Apply a skin protector: Apply a layer of skin protector (skin-shield) around your hairline where the adhesive or tape will be placed and let dry. This forms a protective barrier between the adhesive and your skin and also creates a more secure bonding surface.
4. Prepare your Lace Wig: Put your lace wig on your head and evaluate how and where you would like the hairline to be. The key here is to find where the hairline looks most natural.
5. Cut the excess lace off your lace wig: Using sharp scissors, trim the excess lace from your lace wig. Go slow and take your time! Cut small amounts off at a time. Put your lace wig on again, and again, if necessary to make sure you are cutting enough lace and have determined where you want your hairline to be. Leave enough lace for a good bond.
6. Prepare your lace wig for application: After you have determined where you want your hairline, place a hair clip in the front (center) of your lace wig, so you remember where to place your lace wig when you are ready to attach it. Now, take your lace wig off for the next step.
7. Apply adhesive to your hairline: Apply either liquid or tape adhesive around your hairline. If you are using liquid let it dry until it becomes tacky to the touch. (This may be just a few minutes depending on the liquid glue you are using; you may use a hair dryer on a cool setting to speed up this process.
8. Apply your lace wig: Tie your lace wig in a pony tail, so it does not get glue on it, then apply the wig to your head. Work quickly and secure the perimeter of your wig to your hairline. You have a few moments to get your wig situated. Once it is I place, use a fine tooth comb to press the edges of your lace wig to your hairline to make sure it adheres to the tape/glue.
9. Let glue adhere and dry completely: wrap a scarf around the perimeter of your hairline to make sure the glue or tape adheres securely. Wait about 15 minutes. Do not wash, swim or exercise in your lace wig until about 36 hours after you have applied it.
HOW TO REMOVE YOUR LACE WIG
Pull your lace wig in a ponytail and apply a solvent around the edges of your lace wig. Let the solvent sit for about 2-5 minutes. Be patient and take your time. Work the solvent in with your fingers and gently pull the lace free. Once you have removed your lace wig; shampoo it and remove any leftover glue/tape gently with a towel. Let the lace wig air dry and style.

Dermablend Cover Creme Foundation

A little secret on Dermablend concealer, it gives great coverage, very soft and creamy sold in a tube kinda like lipstick. Make sure your skin is clean before applying the concealer around the eye area. You can also use the concealer as a foundation then set with face powder of your choice.

The Dermablend Makeup which costs around $30 and so far one of the most expensive foundations that I have tried, but does the price live up to its quality?

2 Best Foundations

Pore refining

With its pore-resurfacing technology, clogging will no longer be an issue. This new formula from Clinique is lightweight and offers full coverage.

Pore Refining Solutions Instant Perfecting Make-up, £24
Clinique

Natural glow

For a natural finish, try Diorskin Nude foundation. Enriched with skin care ingredients, it adjusts to every complexion and will leave you with a shine-free glow all day.

Diorskin Nude Natural Glow Radiant Foundation, £32

We’ve rounded up our top foundations to leave you with a glowing complexion all year round.

Waterproof Makeup Give you a Lasting Flawless Look

Whether you’re sunning yourself on the beach or sweating it out on the commute, make-up never seems to stand the test of time when the heat is up. Mascara clumps and streaks, foundation melts and lipstick washes itself away.

But there are products out there that won’t melt at the first glimpse of sunshine!

We’ve compiled a few of the best products, from waterproof foundation to eyeliner, so you can splash about in the ocean or relax in the garden without having to worry about streaky marks or smudged panda eyes.

 

Do You Want Glowing Skin?

Nothing makes you feel as confident as having glowing, radiant skin. Great skin makes you look younger and feel healthier no matter what your age or physical condition. Plus, many ways of taking care of your skin give you the opportunity for some serious pampering. So go ahead–make your skin glow. You deserve to look and feel fabulous.

Part 1 of 4: Daily Facial Care Routine

 

1

Exfoliate your face gently. Exfoliation removes dead skin cells, impurities and excess oil while preparing your skin for cleansing and toning.

• After scrubbing, use a cleanser on your skin. Gently massage your skin in circular motions for a few minutes to promote blood circulation, to remove makeup and to eliminate excess oil, or sebum.
• Many cleansers contain exfoliating beads or other ingredients that allow you to accomplish both tasks at once. Just avoid cleansers that have drying ingredients like deodorants, colors or fragrances. Also, skip cleansers that have “antibacterial” on the label.
• 2

  Pour some toner onto some cotton batting. Rub the toner over your face until no excess dirt remains.

  3

  Apply a good moisturizer with natural oils such as rosemary or almond.Massage the cream into your skin for hydration and a dewy look.

  • Use a moisturizer with at least SPF 15 to prevent premature aging from sun exposure.
  • Look for moisturizer containing humectants like glycerin, propylene glycol or urea. Humectants attract water when you apply them to your skin and improve its hydration.
  • Choose moisturizers with alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs). AHAs improve dead skin cell turnover, which results in decreased dryness, acne, wrinkles and age spots.
  • Switch moisturizers according to the season. In the summer, use a lighter product. In the winter, choose something thicker and heavier.
  • 4

    Use the same family of products. If you use 1 brand of cleanser, choose your toning and moisturizing products from the same brand. Taking a unified approach is often better for your skin, because mixed brands don’t always interact well with one another.

  • Part 2 of 4: Caring For the Skin On the Rest Of Your Body
  • 1

    Avoid taking long, hot showers. Sure, they feel great, but they also strip your skin of essential moisture. Especially in the winter, limit your showers to 10 minutes and keep the water lukewarm.

  • 2

    Use facial cleansing creams on your neck and chest. These areas are just as vulnerable to wrinkles, dryness and signs of aging as your face is. After cleansing these areas with a facial cream, rub in a facial moisturizer. You can also use a facial mask on these areas once per month.

  • 3

    Skip soaps with heavy deodorants. Instead, go with a soap that contains added fat, like Dove, Neutrogena or Oilatum. The added fat leaves a moisturizing layer on your skin after your shower is over.

  • 4

    Smear a thick moisturizing cream or balm over your hands and feet at night.Then, cover your hands with thin cloth gloves, and put some socks on your feet to allow the moisture to hydrate your hands and feet.

  • 5

    Always use a loofah when you wash your body. Loofahs get rid of dead skin cells and also prevent bumps from ingrown hairs. To make your skin even more smooth, you can sprinkle your loofah with some drops of a cleanser containing AHAs.

  • 6

    Spread powder on the areas of your body where skin meets skin. Under your breasts, under your arms and on your inner thighs are good places. The powder prevents chafing, bacterial growth and itching

  • Part 3 of 4: Dietary Changes and Supplements
  • 1

    Pour soy milk on your cereal or take soy isoflavones. If you choose the supplement, go for 160 milligrams per day. Soy proteins are essential to building collagen and protecting collagen from free radical damage.

  • 2

    Take rose hips. These supplements are rich in Vitamin C and will keep your skin looking youthful.

  • 3

    Have a good multivitamin daily. Look for vitamins containing 100 percent of your recommended daily allowance for Vitamin A, Vitamin C and the B vitamins. Also, choose foods that are rich in these vitamins:

    • Vitamin A: Carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach and fortified cereals
    • Vitamin C: Red and green peppers, oranges, broccoli, strawberries, kiwi
    • B vitamins: Lean meat, fish, enriched soy and whole grains
    • 4

      Eat garlic. Garlic has a number of potential benefits for your skin. Your skin cells last longer and look more youthful. Garlic may also prevent the growth of cancerous skin cells.

    • 5

      Add omega-3 fatty acids to your diet. Fatty fish like salmon and mackerel are great sources of omega-3s. You can also get omega-3s from walnuts and olive oil.

    • 6

      Drink tea. Tea is full of antioxidants that fight free radical damage to your skin. People who drink tea, according to studies, are also less likely to develop squamous cell skin cancer.

    • 7

      Have 8 8-ounce (235 ml) glasses of water each day. Water keeps your skin hydrated and flushes toxins out of your body.

    • Part 4 of 4: Unverified Home Remedies
    • 1

      Smear olive oil over dry skin patches including your face, the backs of your arms, your elbows and your knees.

    • 2

      Prepare your own homemade toner.

      • Use witch hazel, peppermint and sage as a toner for your face. In a small bottle or a jar, mix 4 ounces (120 ml) of witch hazel with 1 teaspoon each of chopped peppermint and sage leaves. Steep the mixture for 3 days and then apply it to your face after you use cleanser.
      • Boil 1 cup of water and add 1 tablespoon of peppermint, hyssop, yarrow or sage leaves. Steep the mixture for a half hour before straining out the leaves and applying it to your face.
      • 3

        Take a nourishing bath. Try some of these add-ins to help itchy, dry skin:

        • 1 cup powdered milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of grapeseed oil
        • Equal parts sesame oil, wheat germ and apple cider vinegar
        • 1 cup of uncooked oatmeal tied into a pair of nylons or a muslin bag
        • Some bags of your favorite tea
        • 2 cups of Epsom salts (soak in the salts and also rub them over rough areas of your skin)
        • 1 pound (455 g) baking soda and 1/2 pound (225 g) sea salt
        • 4

          Wrap ice in a towel and apply it to dry, itchy skin patches. The ice will draw blood to the area to improve circulation and deliver moisture. Just make sure that your skin doesn’t get cold or numb.

        • 5

          Use aloe vera on extra-dry skin. You can either purchase bottled aloe vera gel or cut the leaf off of an aloe vera plant and rub the gel on your skin.

        • 6

          Use grapefruit on rough elbows. Exfoliate your skin in the shower. Then, cut a grapefruit in half. Sink your elbows into each half and soak the area for 15 minutes. The acids will help to smooth your skin.

        • 7

          Make your own oatmeal scrub.

          • Grind rolled oats in your food processor or coffee grinder until you have enough ground oats to fill 1/2 cup.
          • Add 1/3 cup ground sunflower seeds, 1/2 teaspoon peppermint leaves and 4 tablespoons of almond meal. Mix everything thoroughly.
          • Combine 2 teaspoons of the oatmeal mixture with a small amount of heavy cream until the mixture has the consistency of a facial scrub. Scrub your face, neck and chest with the oatmeal scrub and rinse thoroughly.
          • 8

            Add 1 teaspoon of grapeseed oil to your bottle of toner. Grapeseed oil counteracts aging by helping your skin cells to repair themselves.

          • 9

            Spritz your skin with water and essential oils. In a small spray bottle, mix a few drops of bergamot, rose or sandalwood oil with some water. Close your eyes and spray the mixture onto your face whenever your skin feels dry.

          • 10

            Make your own face mask from ingredients that you may have in your kitchen. Try any of the following ideas:

            • Whisk 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt with a few drops of sesame oil. Apply the mixture to your face, throat and upper chest and leave it on for 15 minutes.
            • Mash a banana and mix in a little bit of honey. Apply the mixture to your skin for 15 minutes.
            • Combine 2 tablespoons mashed avocado, 1/4 cup whipping cream, 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of calendula petals. Leave the mixture on your face for 15 minutes before rinsing it off.
            • Peel a mango and mash the flesh. Apply the pulp to your face and leave it on for a few minutes to clean and tighten your pores. Then, rinse it off.
            • Bring water to a simmer in a saucepan. Drop an apple into the water and simmer it until it turns soft. Take the apple out, mash it and add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of peppermint leaves. Smear the mixture on your face and rinse it off after 5 minutes.
            • Scramble an egg. Don’t use your spatula to break the egg into pieces; leave it in 1 large piece. Place the egg on your face and keep it there until the egg starts to harden. If you have oily skin, use an egg white instead of the whole egg.
            • 11

              Use baby lotion every night. Put it on arms, legs and stomach. Put it on after every shower.

  Tips

  • Drink plenty of water. It helps hair grow healthy and gets rid of spots and produces glowing natural skin.
  • Get plenty of sleep. If you need to, then hang some darkening shades to block light from coming in through your windows. Your body restores your skin during sleep, so don’t neglect getting your Z’s.
  • Work up a sweat. Sweating during exercise will cleanse your skin of toxins, and the added circulation will give your skin a healthy glow. Use sunscreen if you’re exercising outdoors.
  • You should also try to drink lots of water by drinking water think that the water is taking all the excess oil instead of the oil going onto your skin and making your forehead shiny.
  • To check for dryness, use your fingernail to gently scratch your arm or leg. If the nail leaves a white scratch mark, then your skin is too dry.
  • Use Baby Lotion every night after you shower. Put it on your arms, legs, and stomach.
  • Use castor oil, it has a thicker molecular consistency so will make your skin glow and look more vibrant.
  • Leave a humidifier (not a vaporizer) running in your bedroom during the winter. You’ll be surprised how much a humidifier will do to keep your skin from getting extremely dry.
  • Use a facial twice a week.

 

 

8 Products That Give You a Perfect Complexion (If You Don’t Have Flawless Skin)

“START WITH GOOD SKIN CARE,”

says McGrath. Exfoliating will prevent the makeup you later apply from looking flaky. McGrath suggests using Olay Dual Action Cleanser and Pore Scrub to get the job done.

MAKE SURE TO MOISTURIZE

“I massage moisturizer into the skin and really get the blood flowing to prep skin for makeup,” says McGrath. Smooth a generous dose over the face and neck. (TryGarnier Nutritioniste Moisture Rescue Lightweight UV-Lotion orLa Roche-Posay Anthelios SX Daily Moisturizing Cream With Sunscreen SPF 15.)

SPOT CORRECT

“Hyperperfection isn’t about slathering on a full face of foundation,” says McGrath. Instead, warm up a liquid or cream formula by rubbing it between your fingers, then only blend it into any dark spots or red splotches. To ensure skin looks exceptionally flawless, McGrath even covers discoloration on the neck and chest. (For moderate coverage, we love Yves Saint Laurent Teint Radiance foundation; for slightly stronger coverage, try L’Oréal Paris Visible Lift Serum Absolute foundation.)

BRUSH UP

“Rather than using your fingers to apply concealer, use a small pointed brush for more precise application,” McGrath says. Paint it on each problem area in tiny dots, then tap around it with your finger to blend completely. Use a matte concealer under the eyes and around the nose (McGrath likes Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage). If you have dry skin, go for a creamy one (McGrath’s pick is CoverGirl & Olay Simply Ageless Concealer).

GET A GLOW ON

To give skin a radiant look (no, not even models are born with it), McGrath suggests using highlighter on a whopping nine areas of the face: the cheekbones, bridge of the nose, brow bones, cupid’s bow, chin, and inner corners of the eyes. “Highlighter should be the same tone as your skin or a shade or two lighter,” says McGrath. Powder versions are best suited to oily complexions (McGrath suggests Make Up For Ever Compact Shine On), while creamy formulas are ideal for normal or drier skin (McGrath’s choice is Kevyn Aucoin The Mousse Glace).

BLOT WELL

“Gently blot the face with a tissue or blotting papers, concentrating on the T-zone to absorb shine,” says McGrath. She likes The Body Shop Tea Tree Oil Facial Blotting Tissues.

STAY DEWY

“If you find that your makeup doesn’t look as fresh throughout the day, try a hydrating spray to remoisturize,” McGrath suggests. For an afternoon pick-me-up, we like a spritz ofEau Thermale Avène Thermal Spring Water.

DUST UP

Sweep powder over the T-zone, under the eyes, and around the mouth and chin. “Leave the cheekbones dewy. This makes the skin appear more luminous,” says McGrath. Try CoverGirl Clean Normal Skin Pressed Powder or Clinique Stay-Matte Sheer Pressed Powder.

To make models’ skin look immaculate on the fall runways (like Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Calvin Klein), makeup artist Pat McGrath brought an arsenal of foundation, concealer, powder, and highlighter into play. The resulting complexions were so radiant and flawless, she called them “hyperperfect.” “It’s as if we could bring Photoshop to life with makeup,” says McGrath. We asked her how to give skin this retouched effect, step-by-step.

Johnny Gill Life as a Singer

Singer (1966–)

Johnny Gill is an American R&B musician, songwriter and singer best known as a successful solo recording artist and as lead singer of platinum-selling boy band New Edition.

Johnny Gill (born May 22, 1966) is an American singer, songwriter and actor. He is the sixth and final member of the R&B group New Edition, and was also a member of the supergroup called LSG; with Gerald Levert and Keith Sweat. He is currently in the new group Heads of State with New Edition members Bobby Brown and Ralph Tresvant touring.

 

Synopsis

Born in Washington, D.C., on May 22, 1966, Johnny Gill began his career singing gospel in his father’s church, as part of the family gospel group, Wings of Faith. When a family friend helped him get a record deal at age 16, he began sharing his mature, distinctive voice with fans of R&B and pop music. He went on to become lead singer of the popular boy band New Edition, and eventually released a hit solo album, Johnny Gill, in 1990. He has continued making hits, at one point joining superstar singers Keith Sweat and the late Gerald Levert to form the R&B supergroup LSG.

Early Life

Born in Washington, D.C., on May 22, 1966, Johnny Gill Jr. was part of a musical family. His father was a minister, and beginning at the age of 5, Gill sang in his family’s gospel group, Wings of Faith, composed of him and his brothers Bobby, Jeff and Randy. Even at a young age, Gill stood out because of his mature voice, sounding wise beyond his years.

A childhood friend, singer Stacy Lattisaw, helped Gill to record a demo, which got him a record deal in 1983, at age 16. His first self-titled album garnered some attention, but he really began to get national attention when he next made a duo album with Lattisaw. Their hit single, “Perfect Combination,” brought a new level of awareness to the young singers.

Music career

Gill’s recording career began in 1983, at the age of 17, when his childhood friend, singer Stacy Lattisaw, convinced him to record a demo. This demo fell into the hands of the president of Atlantic Records, and his self-titled debut album was released shortly thereafter- featuring the minor hit “Super Love”. On this album, Gill played guitar, bass, bongos, and drums in addition to performing lead and background vocals. Gill then teamed up with Stacy for a duet album, which featured their first hit together- the title track, “Perfect Combination”. A second album on Atlantic Records yielded the song “Half Crazy”.

Later career

On September 27, 2008, the days Johnny Gill was back on the road singing on his own he began touring with New Edition bandmates Ralph Tresvant and Bobby Brown in a new group named Heads of State.

In July 2010, Notifi Records, based out of St. Louis, MO, signed Gill to a recording contract. On October 11, 2011- 16 years after recording his last solo album- he released his recent studio album Still Winning.

Tips on How to Contour Your Face Like a Pro

if you were blessed with naturally high cheekbones and a structured jawline, then you are lucky. But for those who need a little sculpting in that department, these tips below will help guide you on contouring like a professional makeup artist.

Makeup artist Lashundra Easton (glamdollteaston) http://www.lteastonmakeup.com shows and tells us how it’s done.

1. Prep your face with two shades of base. “Dot on a foundation or concealer that’s one shade lighter than your skin tone in the center of your face, and another that’s one shade darker than your complexion around the perimeter,” explains makeup By: Shun.

2. Blend the two shades. “Using a blending brush with natural and syntheic bristles, blend the two concealer shades on your face to create the illusion of depth and dimension.

3. Contours and highlights of your face. “Mark the areas you want to contour — the hollows under your cheekbones, your temples, along your hairline, jawline, the sides of your nose, the tip of the nose, and the crease of your eyes — with a deeply-colored brow gel pencil,” says makeup By: Shun. Brow gel pencils are really concentrated, and very smudge-able and it’s easy to control the placement of their dark pigment. Use an all-over cream highlighter on the tops of your cheekbones, on the center of your forehead, the bridge of your nose, the center of your chin, and on your cupids bow.

4. Blend the two for a flawless finish. “Create that sculpted airbrushed effect using a flat top dense brush to buff out the two shades to perfection.