Wonder how she does it?  So did I!  Here’s a little Q&A with Yumnah….

Were you feeling Beyonce’s tangerine lips at last night’s Met Ball?  Try YSL’s Glossy Stain in Camel Croisiere (pictured above) {$32, Sephora}.  It may not be exactly what she used, but it will come close!  Love, love, loveeeee!

photo credit: Google

Common Issue: Spilt ends. Hate them! Now, let’s be clear, you SHOULD aim at getting your ends clipped every 6-8 weeks. Whatever your hair type or condition (natural, curly, straight, blonde, or blue), trimming at least a half-inch routinely is really one of the key components to achieving healthy hair. Aside from getting rid of split ends, a quick clean up can reduce breakage, keep your hair even, promote growth, and prevent split ends from coming back. I wouldn’t recommend clipping your own hair, but it is best to go to a professional. Depending on the condition of your hair, there should never really be a time when you need to get more than 2 inches(at the most) cut off. Some stylists can be a little “scissor happy,” and will trim more off than needed.

It’s highly recommended that you clip your ends, and I’m sure, most of you have heard this a thousand times. It’s best if you stick to routinely clipping your ends, buttttt apparently, this suggestion is not always attainable. You may not have the funds, time, or the patience to see a professional. If this is the case, and you really need a quick fix in the meantime, give Pantene’s Split End Repair Keratin Protection Creme {$7, drugstores} a try. It can be used on wet or dry hair, binds existing split ends, and helps to prevent any further breakage. The keratin formula also protects your strands from heat damage. My ends were looking a little on the limp side. I used 1 pump on my ends, rubbed it in, and sealed in the product by going over my ends with a flat-iron once. I was very satisfied with the ending result. I wouldn’t say it should be a permanent fix for your split end drama, but it is an amazing temporary fix. If you’re short on time, I’d say give it a try!

#gopantene

During the week, we are always ripping and running.  Either busy with work, taking care of family, or just simply rushing away.  Sometimes that weekly burn out seems to intrude into our weekends as well.  By the time Saturday hits, you’re still trying to get everything done that you couldn’t during the week.  Saturday is usually an “errand heavy,” day.  When Sunday arrives, it’s time to forget about it all, and have some “me” time.  I know you always hear people say, “take some me time,” and you’re always thinking, “When do I have the time?”  Truth is, there’s never really enough time in a day to take “me” time.  That’s why you have to be a little selfish every now and then, and force your self to sit back and relax, and do something nice for yourself.  Doing something nice for yourself doesn’t have to include a lot of money.  It can be something as simple as laying in your comfiest PJ’s, sipping  a yummy hot tea, and watching your favorite DVD.  It’s apart of healthy living, and trust me,  your mind, body, and soul is begging you for these moments.

Here are a few of my current ”me” time faves:

Skinny Skinny Cardamom Candle

Beyonce 4 Live at Roseland: Elements of 4 DVD

Calgon Bath Pearls and Milk  Ageless Collection

Pandora Floetry Station

Tazo Zen Green Tea

H Gillerman Organics Tension Remedy Essential Oil

Calgon Bath Pearls

photo credits: thebeautynerd.com, yankodesign.com

Amy Nadine and Krysten Ritter

This week Tarte Cosmetics teamed up with the upcoming film, L!fe Happens, for a private advanced screening.  It’s a very cute comedy that you and your girlfriends should definitely go see.  Without spoiling it, I will say that overall the movie seemed to have an underlying theme reminding us that we sometimes need to only worry about the things that matter most to us.  Being who you are is truly the best person you can be!

Prior to viewing the movie,  there was a brief beauty chit chat with Celebrity Makeup Artist, Amy Nadine and Actress, Krysten Ritter.  Some of the makeup used throughout the film happened to be from Tarte.  One of the star products included in the film is the LipSurgence Lip Tint (a personal fave!).    It’s hard enough finding an all natural lip tint with a big color payoff.  Tarte’s LipSurgence Lip Tints give your lips a powerfully pigmented flush that lasts for hours.  The tints also nourish your lips with a moisturizing mix of vitamins C & E, peppermint, and jojoba oils.  AHHH-MAZZEE-INGGG!

GIVEAWAY TIME: Juiced to try out Tarte’s LipSurgence Lip Tints?!  I’ll give you a break!  Subscribe to 2 Snaps & a Twist, and you have entered for a chance to win 2 lip tints, ANDDD Tarte’s Gifted Amazonian Clay Smart Mascara ($67 value)!!!

photo credit: courtesy of Tarte Cosmetics

It’s that time again!  For the 3rd year in a row,  Soft-Sheen Carson Dark & Lovely will be partnering with Essence Magazine for the 2012 Dark and Lovely Fashionista Model Search.  If you are the perfect combination of “sassy meets classy,” and believe that you have what it takes to win, then you have every reason to sign up.  All you have to do is upload a personal photo, and confidently explain why you are dark and lovely at www.essence.com/iamdarkandlovely.

Officially announced during New York Fashion Week, the grand prize winner will receive $5,000 shopping spree with a celebrity stylist and a hair makeover with a celebrity hairstylist. 

Sounds pretty fancy to me. Good luck. 2 Snaps!

Dove go fresh Rebalance Deodorant {$5, Drugstores} deodorant is usually a staple product in most of our bags anyway. What I love about the rebalancing deodorant is that it continually hydrates your skin. This is beneficial because while you work out and sweat, your skin isn’t loosing as much balance as it would with other deodorants that don’t necessarily have any rebalancing agents. Also, the fresh hints of plum and sakura blossom bloom enough so that you don’t feel bad about skipping your daily spritz of perfume. Yes to Cucumbers On-The-Go Facial Towelettes {$3, yestocarrots.com} Awarded an official stamp from the Beauty Bible, Allure, these wipes are the perfect recipe for all those sticky, wet, sometimes unsanitary moments we have in the gym. It’s an instant refresher to cool you down a bit, and keep your pores free of dirt. Most times, your skin becomes a little tense and sensitive while working out because your pores are opening up. These towelettes will help to soothe any aggravation with key ingredients like cucumbers, green tea, and aloe. You can also use the towelettes to wipe down any equipment that somebody left their funk on…I’m just saying.

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Save Your Do GymWrap {25, saveyourdo.com} A few weeks ago, I found out about Nicole Ari Parker’s new gym wraps on essence.com. The sole purpose of the wraps are to help maintain your hair do while working out. With patent pending edge control technology, it wicks away moisture, keeps your hair in place, and allows heat to escape. Parker’s inspiration derived from the common excuse women use about not working out because of their hair. Sounds silly, but this is the ugly truth. 2 snaps and a Zumba Twist for Nicole Ari Parker, and her genius idea to give women another reason to work out and stay healthy.

photocredit: shefinds.com (celebrity group shot)

I’m sure you’ve heard L’oreal Paris’ iconic slogan, “Because You’re Worth It,” before.  Influenced by this statement, the brand has lived up to those words and produced the Women of Worth Awards 6 years strong.  Each year 10 inspirational women are honored for making a difference in their communities, touching the lives of many, and other relevent social causes.

Know a phenomenal woman who fits the bill?  Nominations started today and will last until May 31st.  Simply, take a few minutes and visit womenofworth.com to vote for someone who truly deserves to be honored for their courageous efforts.  Each honoree will receive $10,000.  The National Honoree will receive $25,000 via public online voting.  All awards will be presented at an awards ceremony hosted by L’Oreal Paris and Hearst Magazines in NYC.

 “Having personally met past Women of Worth honorees, I can say with full confidence that these ‘women of worth’ have dedicated their lives to helping others realize their worth every day.”  

~Julianna Margulies, L’Oreal Paris Women of Worth Spokesperson/Actress

 photo credits: chiccityfashion, elise919.files.wordpress 

photo credit: glamour.com

As a fellow part-time stylist at Club Monaco, I am just as gased as customers for the new E-Commerce launching later this month.  After working with the brand for almost 2 years, I must admit that I am huge fan, and delighted to spread the news about how the store will now have an online haven for all the CM lovers.  Happy Cyber Shopping! 

Check out the full article I found on glamour.com here.

2 Snaps and A Retail Therapeutic Twist for Club Monaco!

With a minilamist approach, the hair look  at Issey Miyake’s A/W’ 12 show was sleek and sexy.  Low pony’s seem to be trending this “fashion season,” and I’m loving it!  It’s chic yet demanding, and allows plenty of room for you to really play up your makeup.

Check out how Wella Professionals Global Creative Director, Eugene Soulieman, was inspired and his easy at-home steps for creating this look.

The Look:  Mineral Minimal
“I wanted to create a graphic, slick, minimal hair style that provided multiple focal points” said Eugene Souleiman, Global Creative Director, Care & Styling, Wella Professionals.  “The hair needed to be light, fresh and straight at the back, with a more masculine feel at the front of the head.  There is also a tension in the hair look that makes it feel sculpted in a clean, controlled way.  The application of a ‘stripe’ of gel through the hair creates an extra detail which adds to the overall minimal effect and plays on the concepts of texture and shine” added Eugene.

Get the Look:
1.  Start with freshly washed and conditioned hair using Wella Professionals Enrich Shampoo and Conditioner.
2.  Apply Wella Professionals Velvet Amplifier to damp hair and blow dry straight using a round brush to flatten the cuticle and continue to blow-dry with a round brush.
3.  When hair is dry, create a diagonal parting across the head.
4.  Next, section off the hair from behind the ears and across the top of the head and pull back in to a tight, low pony tail. Spray Wella Professionals Stay Essential Finishing Spray on to a soft bristle brush and brush this through the hair to create a clean, shiny surface area (spraying the hair spray on to the brush rather than directly on to the hair helps to finely distribute the product).
5.  Tie the pony tail with elastic.
6.  Take the hair from the sides of the head, one side at a time and tie in to the ponytail with elastic, ensuring that you continue to spray the brush with hair spray and smooth the hair as you go.
7.  Using Wella Professionals Shape Shift Molding Gum, apply to a strip of hair on one side of the parting using a tint brush and painting on to the surface of the hair.

GIVEAWAY: Subscribe to 2 Snaps & a Twist, and enter for the chance to win $50 worth of products from the Wella Professionals Brilliance line.  Plus, a few other beauty goodies to try!