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Will you KISS me if I bring you a Kiss lash and nail giveaway?

June 23, 2017

Kiss Impress and Lash Couture for giveaway

It’s time for a KISS. Or 3 kisses as it may be with today’s giveaway. We were sent a variety of products from KISS to share with our readers. Kiss nail products are ones we’ve used before but the lashes are newer to us and oh so pretty.

Among the many products that KISS makes are the imPRESS PRESS ON MANICURE SETS. There are so many to choose from. I was shopping at Rite Aid and the variety is so much fun. You name a color and you’re sure to find it either in the store or online.

imPRESS One Step Gel sets

What you’ll like about these is that there’s no glue that’s needed and they are easy to apply. Since they aren’t too long they are an easier fit. The directions on the back are easy to follow and once you do 1 or 2 nails the rest will be a breeze to apply. Each set has 30 nails which includes 6 accent nails. You don’t need glue and it comes with a prep pad and mini file in each set.

imPRESS Boogie Down

Wouldn’t Dream Weaver be perfect for 4th of July?

imPRESS Dream Weaver

Kiss imPRESS directions

To add fun to a manicure you’ve done yourself there are Accents to help create designs for people like me who have no nail art skills. Two of the different types are Jewel Accents and Real Crystals accents.

Kiss Real Crystals and Jewel Accents

These stick-ons go right over your current manicure. Make sure your nails are clean and dry, peel off the designs, place them and VOILA you have some fun going on. In each of the Real Crystals packages there are 30 crystal designs and in the Jewel Accents there are about the same. Real Crystals doesn’t need a top coat but Jewel Accents does to make them adhere for longer. At $2.99 each these are fun to have around to punch up your nails and toes.

KISS LASH COUTURE is the latest and greatest from Kiss. There are 6 styles and we were sent three. At $5.99 these faux mink lashes make for some sensational looks. All have knot free lash bands, come with glue and have multiple lengths, curls, and angles to make them look more natural. These are reusable if you take care of them.

Kiss Lash Couture

NOIR is the most dramatic of the three.

Kiss Lash Couture Noir

GALA lashes are full but not as long as Noir.

Kiss Lash Couture Gala

BOUDOIR are the flirtiest of the ones I have for you. These are my favorites.

Kiss Lash Couture Boudoir

Another that appeals to me is Little Black Dress as it seems the most natural. These all feel so soft and give a more expensive appearance.

GIVEAWAY INFORMATION: At last I can offer an international giveaway since they aren’t too heavy. We pay postage ourselves which is why WW are few and far between. What you need to decide is if you want to win Lash Couture or imPRESS and accents for nails. I’ll have 3 winners: lash winner gets all three pairs, nail winners each get two sets of imPRESS and 1 set of accents. If you enter for nails you might want to mention which are your favorites of the imPRESS that are in my photos (Sets in the giveaway are Swept Away, Boogie Down, Harlem Shakes, and Gossip Girl.). The giveaway goes through 7/6/17 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. Good luck on this fun summer giveaway. — Marcia

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Look for Kiss at drugstores like RiteAid, Walgreen, Walmart, Meijer, and stores like Bed, Bath and Beyond.

Filed Under: false eyelashes, Giveaway, KISS, Kiss Nails

How to apply false eyelashes in four easy steps – and an Esqido Radiance and Silhouette review!

June 7, 2017

ESQIDO Mink Lashes, a favorite of both celebrities as well as us common folk, are truly impressive false eyelashes. They make super sexy eye looks, yet they are more natural looking than most false eyelashes. Another bonus is I find ESQIDO lashes are remarkably easy to apply. Read on to the second half of the post for a quick 4 step tutorial on how to apply false eyelashes.

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Esqido Radiance and Silhouette Lashes and Companion Lash Glue

ESQIDO makes lash shopping fun and easy. There is a questionnaire for discovering the best styles for your personality and preferences, and there are two different lash kits available with best sellers or a trio of super glam lashes. They have fantastic before and after pics that are really helpful to visualize the exact drama level. I’ve tried quite a few of the styles over the years and I am always so impressed! ESQIDO recently added a whopping ten new styles, so there’s lots of excitement going on with this line.

Esqido Companion Lash Glue

I was recently sent two new styles of ESQIDO mink lashes to try: Radiance ($29) and Silhouette ($29). I also tried the Companion Eyelash Glue ($10), which is a latex-free eyelash glue. It’s white but it dries clear, and it is terrific! The glue is strong, easy to apply, dries totally clear and isn’t messy. If you place an order for lashes definitely include a tube of this.

Like all ESQIDO mink lashes these lashes have a cotton band that looks natural and is very comfortable to wear.Placement is so easy with these and even better you can use these beauties up to 25 times! They wear extremely well; just remember to press down on the outer edges to fully secure them.

Esqido Radiance Lashes

Radiance makes eyes look larger and features a winged edge. The shape is similar to Unforgettable and the criss-cross pattern is similar to one of my other favorites, Oh So Sweet. It’s a great combination that gives just the right amount of drama. I used my daughter as my model and her eyes are smaller than mine. I really should have trimmed the lashes but I wanted to save them to use for myself! So that’s why they seem long on her…because they are. These lashes are so awesome there was no way I was going to share, even if she was nice enough to be my model. ESQIDO lashes are so fabulous they make you selfish.

Esqido Radiance Lashes

Silhouette is less dramatic version of BFF, with a medium length and a criss-cross pattern. I think it does a beautiful job of adding natural looking volume to lashes. The cotton band is terrific, by the way – it just looks like eyeliner. If you are a little more hesitant to wear false eyelashes or really want some extra volume but don’t want it to be obvious, this is an excellent option.

Esqido Silhouette Lashes

There are eight other new styles to check out at ESQIDO.com so be sure to take a look – I know you will find something you will like! And don’t be intimidated by false lashes. They really are quite easy to apply and wear. Here is a quick guide to applying false eyelashes in four simple steps:

Gather up those supplies…having everything ready is essential

1. First gather up your supplies: headband, mirror, false eyelashes, steel palette, glue, brush, scissors, and black eyeshadow. Bend your eyelashes into a curve so they naturally lie correctly on the eye, then put them on without glue to determine fit. Snip off any excess from the outer corner – not the inner corner. (But remember…ESQIDO is so good it makes you selfish, so don’t plan on sharing those lashes with anyone!!)2. Put dollop of eyelash glue on a steel palette – I HIGHLY recommend the ESQIDO Companion Eyelash Glue. It’s the bomb. The Companion Eyelash Glue actually has a terrific applicator. If I use any other eyelash glue I like to use the throw-away plastic applicators that come in my Latisse set, although any brush or even the non-tweezer end of tweezers works fine too. Just dip it into the glue then spread on the false eyelash rim. If you are super talented, you can apply the glue right from the tube…but I am not that talented.

Don’t worry, the white glue dries clear. In fact, do NOT get black glue because it doesn’t dry clear and any stray glue becomes a very visible ‘oops’. Apply a little more glue to the outer edges of the lash to ensure a firm grip and no fly-away lashes.

3. Wait! Don’t apply the lashes immediately, you want the glue to dry a bit and become tacky. I gently blow on the glue for about ten seconds and then it’s good to go.

4. Apply to the base of your natural lash line, as close to your own lashes as possible. I used to get very frustrated because I have a ‘ledge’, so I would often end up with the dreaded gap and I used to take the lashes off and start over. Now, I just fill in any space with some dark black eyeshadow. I like Makeup Geek Pencil Brush and the black eyeshadow in my Kevyn Aucoin Palette #6.

My biggest tip: I find the best method to apply falsies is with my hair held back with a headband, my elbows on a table, looking down into a mirror. I just can’t do it sitting up straight! ESQIDO false lashes make such a difference – take a look:

Normally I wear lashes once then take my falsies off and throw them in the trash, but I treasure my ESQIDO beauties for fun, flirty lashes that I can use over and over. ESQIDO truly has a lash style for everyone, ranging from downright demure to completely shameless. Even if you are a false eyelash virgin, you will love these! Take the plunge and get yourself some beautifully enticing lashes. – Lisa

*sent for editorial consideration

Filed Under: beauty, Esqido, false eyelashes

A Halloween giveaway starring KISS and Broadway Nails

October 13, 2015

What a fun giveaway we have for you. Kiss and Broadway Nails sent us a package of goodies for us to share with our readers with a giveaway. Actually it’s going to be 4 giveaways since I’ve divided these up into sets so that 4 Beauty Info Zone subscribers can win. If you are a Halloween lover or just a beauty lover there’s something for you from Kiss and Broadway Nails.

Broadway Nails Press Manicures

Broadway Nails has 6 fun Press-On Manicure sets ($5) with the best names – Broomstick, Cauldron (middle top), Haunting (middle bottom), Ghostly (left, black & silver), Fright Night (middle middle), RIP (left). What makes these great for Halloween is that there’s no mess at all. You just peel off the backing, press them on and you are done. No waiting for anything to dry so you can do these at the last minute to add fun to any Halloween look. (RIP and Friday Night are available at kmart and Walgreens.)

KISS Nail Dress and Nail Tattoos

Another option is from KISS. You can use Nail Dress which are peel off strips that you apply to your own nails. For Halloween they’ve created Supernatural (red, black, silver) and Fantasy (orange, white, black). One of the most fun things about these is that they come in two styles in the same package. You can do a Full mani or a French mani using these pretty, glittery strips. These will take a little longer to apply since you have to place them on, press, and then file the ends to make them fit. These can last up to a week though and only cost $2.99.

There’s also a KISS NAIL TATTOO made especially for Halloween called Goulish. These are water decals that look fun and easy to do. Select the tattoo you want, press it on your nail with the design on your actual nail, then dip a sponge into water. Press the sponge on the tattoo so that it’s nice and wet. Hold it steady for about 30 seconds and gently remove the paper backing. Set it with top coat once the water is dry so that it lasts. You could do one nail or all 10 – the fun is up to you.

KISS Salon Secrets Nail Starter Kit

Kiss hasn’t forgotten those of you who aren’t the Halloween type. They’ve created an purpose Nail Art Starter Kit ($9.99) with everything you’d need for some fun. The kit contains Pre-Cut Nail Art, 6 Glitter pouches, Faux Rhinestones, Design Decals, Charms, Foil Tape, a Dotting Tool, 3 nail art brushes, and a Nail Art Sealer. You can apply these over your own nails or over Kiss Natural Nails Press On. If you are the winner of this group you’ll get the kit, a set of Natural Nails, and the Nail Decals.

Kiss Spooky Night False Eyelashes

KISS has a line of false eyelashes called LOOKS SO NATURAL and they’ve created special Spooky Night packaging for 5 different pairs. Each set ($3.99) comes with the adhesive that is needed. These are useful any time you want them. We have these in SULTRY, SHY, and PRETTY for our winner along with an extra tube of black Lash Adhesive. They’ll add drama to your Halloween look or make you more glamorous for any date night or holiday party. One person will win all of these.

Broadway Nails Press-On Manicure Halloween Limited Edition are available at Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart. Kiss Nail Dress, Nail Tattoo, Natural Nails, Nail Art Stickers are available at Walgreens and Kmart. Kiss Looks So Natural Lashes are available at Kmart and Fred Meyer.

GIVEAWAY INFORMATION: 4 winners – 2 winners will receive 3 sets of Press-On Manicures and a Nail Dress; 1 winner will receive 3 pair of lashes and lash adhesive; 1 winner will receive the Nail Art Starter Kit, the Nail Tattoos and a set of Natural Nails. This is open through October 21, 2015 so I can get them mailed out before Halloween. It’s open to US only. If comments close early please email me at [email protected] with the subject Halloween and submit your comment, then continue on the Rafflecopter.
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Eylure False Eyelash review and an Urban Tropics Giveaway!

June 18, 2015

Have you discovered the wonders of faux eyelashes yet?? They are super stylish and easier than ever to apply now. (Be sure to take a look at my eyelash application tutorial HERE.) A fabulous eyelash line to check out is Eylure, which is available at Ulta in the US. Eylure is the top-selling lash brand in the UK and has been all over the internet lately, as well as all over the world on tour with artists like Miley Cyrus, Katy Perry and Cher.

Today I have a review of Exaggerate No. 156 ($4.99), my favorite ‘oomph’ Eylure Eyelashes, along with a wonderful giveaway. Two BIZ readers will win 2 pairs of Eylure Eyelashes from the new Urban Tropics Collection. Read on for more!

Eylure Exaggerate No. 156 Eyelashes

Normally, when it comes to falsies I tend to hang out on the conservative side. However, Eylure sent some pretty cool, unique lashes that are so much fun that I found myself a new favorite that is way out of my normal comfort zone. Eylure eyelashes are organized into various categories, including Volume, Definition, Naturals, Dramatic, Texture, Lengthening, and Exaggerate. I think the Exaggerate No. 156 lashes are strikingly different and really fun.

Eylure Exaggerate No. 156 Eyelashes

No.156 is a full lash with lashes of varying lengths. The different lengths make lashes that are both longer and thicker. They come with a great lash adhesive, one of the best I have ever used. They also come with a very handy tweezer-style device that helps with proper lash placement.

I am very impressed with the ease of application, as well as with the fit. I trim a bit off the outer edge, but other than that they have a great curve with a natural fit that is perfect for me.

It’s not surprising that Eylure has great lashes – after all, they have been in the faux lash business for over 65 years. They truly have something for everyone, so take a look either online at www.eylure.com or else at Ulta.

Eylure’s limited edition Urban Tropics Collection launched exclusively at Ulta this spring. There are four different styles that are ‘as breathtaking and spectacular as any tropical getaway’. Eylure says, “The wild spirit and rich wilderness provided a plethora of fauna to study. The limited edition collection is like nothing you’ve ever seen – diamond cut styles, super glossy lashes, dense creations and fashion forward spikes. Eylure’s Urban Tropics collection are manufactured with a mix of natural and faux hair and include Eylure’s exclusive baked step to maintain a natural curve for precise application. As an added benefit, the collection includes long-lasting lash glue in each lash pack. Each style is available for a limited time at Ulta for $5.99.”

Eylure Rough Utopia

Rough Utopia is ‘a dense yet defined style inspired by the spirit of the rainforest.’

Eylure Elysian Ghetto

Elysian Ghetto is ‘a super-sleek style with a wild glossy sheen inspired by the fauna of the rainforest.’

Eylure Industrial Paradise

Industrial Paradise is a ‘diamond cut style lighter lash, inspired by the richness of the rainforest.’

Eylure Concrete Jungle

Concrete Jungle is ‘sharp, spiked lashes, beautifully exotic and inspired by the wilderness of the rainforest.’

Now is your chance to win two pairs from the Urban Tropics Collection! This US only giveaway has two winners. It’s open through Thursday, July 2nd at 11:59 p.m. EST. If comments close early please email me at [email protected]gmail.com and label it Eylure. Make your comment in the email, press the enter key and continue on.

I hope you win some of these stunning faux eyelashes – you will love them!! – Lisa

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How to apply false eyelashes in four easy steps…plus an ESQIDO Lash Giveaway!

March 29, 2015

Are you afraid to try false eyelashes because it seems like applying them is impossible? Putting on falsies is actually extremely easy once you know the basic tricks! This tutorial features the four basic steps to getting gorgeous lashes using ESQIDO false lashes in Oh So Sweet, a criss/cross lash, and Miss Dolly, an alternating lengths lash. ESQIDO is also sponsoring a fantastic giveaway to help celebrate Beauty Info Zone’s five-year anniversary! Two lucky readers will win a $50 ESQIDO gift card.

Gather up those supplies…having everything ready is essential

2. Put dollop of eyelash glue on a steel palette – I prefer DUO strip eyelash adhesive in the non-waterproof version. I like to use the throw-away plastic applicators that come in my Latisse set, but you can use any brush or even the non-tweezer end of your tweezers. Just dip it into the glue then spread on the false eyelash rim. If you are super talented, you can apply the glue right from the tube…but I am not that talented.

Don’t worry, the white glue dries clear. In fact, do NOT get black glue because it doesn’t dry clear, and any stray glue becomes a very visible ‘oops’. Apply a little more glue to the outer edges of the lash to ensure a firm grip and no fly-away lashes.

3. Wait! Don’t apply the lashes immediately, you want the glue to dry a bit and become tacky. I gently blow on the glue for about ten seconds and then it’s good to go.

4. Apply to the base of your natural lash line, as close to your own lashes as possible. I used to get very frustrated because I have a ‘ledge’, so I often end up with the dreaded gap and I used to take the lashes off and start over. Now, I just fill in any space with some dark black eyeshadow. I like Makeup Geek Pencil Brush and the black eyeshadow in my Kevyn Aucoin Palette #6.

I am really excited that ESQIDO is hosting a giveaway for two $50 gift cards. This is the perfect brand for everyone from false eyelash virgins to false eyelash pros. ESQIDO false lashes can be used over and over, up to 25 times! ESQIDO says “Our original mink lashes are handcrafted from the finest ethically sourced mink fur. Our fur is collected from the natural shedding/molting cycles of the mink animal, which are then sterilized to ensure that they are hypoallergenic and suitable for wear.”

Wearing ESQIDO Miss Dolly false eyelashes

Another big plus: ESQIDO has lashes for everyone, ranging from downright demure to completely shameless.

Our ESQIDO Giveaway is open for US readers through April 13th at 11:59 p.m. Sometimes the Rafflecopter goes wacky and the comments close early. If this happens, email me your comment to [email protected]gmail.com. Then you can click “I commented” and continue with other options. Good luck, and don’t be afraid to try false eyelashes! – Lisa

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Find your perfect false lashes with the Esqido Holiday Lash Guide

December 6, 2014

The best false eyelashes I have ever tested were sent to us by Esqido. Esqido carries mink lashes that last for up to 25 uses. Esqido mink lashes are made from mink hair, and for those concerned about animal-based products, Esqido says “Our original mink lashes are handcrafted from the finest ethically sourced mink fur. Our fur is collected from the natural shedding/molting cycles of the mink animal, which are then sterilized to ensure that they are hypoallergenic and suitable for wear.”

Esqido has just launched their interactive Holiday Lash Guide. This helpful questionnaire finds the very best lash choices for your eye shape, experience level with lashes, and lash needs. They carry every style a girl could need, from super subtle to major drama. The result gives three Esqido options, but you can take the advice and purchase lashes from anywhere knowing the style best compliments your eyes.

My results? Unforgettable, Lashlorette, and BFF. Here is a pic wearing Lashlorette, the most dramatic of the three Esqido mink lashes recommended for me.

Wearing Esqido Lashlorette Eyelashes

Take a few minutes to find out which false lashes are perfect fits for you! The Holiday Lash Guide can be found here:

http://esqido.com/pages/find-the-perfect-false-lashes

Right now Esqido is having their biggest promotion of the year with an additional 20% off the sale price (lashes that are regularly $44.99 are on sale for $38 right now). Plus, they are also having a 12-days giveaway to win lashes! The sale and the giveaway both end on December 12th, so take advantage of the specials now. Get the perfect false lashes for those holiday parties…and New Year’s Eve will be here before you know it! – Lisa

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Filed Under: Esqido, false eyelashes

Holiday gift guide for the Glam Girl!

November 20, 2014

She loves pretty packaging, big lashes, the latest trends, and large price tags. So what to buy her for the holidays?? Go big or go home with these glamorous gift options, all BIZ tested and approved!

1. Onsen Tenseless Cream ($400): When only the best will do, go for this amazing moisturizing cream. It’s perfect for nighttime, giving 8 full hours of relaxation to facial muscles – which means that beauty sleep really results in beauty! I am happy with my skin every morning when I use this awesome night moisturizing cream. Available at www.onsensecret.com

2. Chella Full-Fillment Lashes Kit ($95) The perfect kit for building beautiful eyes. It has everything needed for luscious lashes: a 6 mL tube of Chella Lash Full-Fillment Eyelash Treatment, Chella Anti-Fatigue Eye Mask Kit, and a sample of Chella Eye Cream packaged neatly in a custom tri-fold Chella Eyebrow Organizer. The Organizer has 8 individual pockets, plenty of room for the Chella items plus more.

3. Esqido Mink Lashes ($34-$42): These gorgeous mink lashes not only look amazing, they also last through up to 25 uses! For subtle glam, go with Little Black Lashes. For lots of oomph, go with Voila Lash. I have zero talent when it comes to applying falsies, but these are so easy to use I reach for them whenever I want instant lash gratification. Available on www.esqido.com

4. Nudestix: Innovative packaging and on-trend colors make this line a winner for any glam-loving girl. The effortless nude shades perfectly compliment those dramatic lashes with the Concealer Pencil ($24), Mascara ($24), and Magnetic Eye Color in Twilight ($24). Available at www.urbanoutfitters.com and in Urban Outfitters stores

5. Guess Seductive ($22): Besides the wonderful packaging with the heart charm, this sweetly seductive scent features bergamot, pear, jasmine, african orange flower and vanilla. It’s a creamy, fruity/floral scent that works for everyone from teens to cougars. Your giftee can raise some temperatures (and who knows what else?) with this sexy scent.

6. Good Luck Scrub ($29) and Rituals Happy Mist ($25): The perfect duo for any glam girl’s great night’s sleep! Rituals Good Luck Scrub is certainly lucky, with a winning combination of organic sugar, safflower, avocado, sweet almond, macadamia, jojoba, and sunflower seed oils. The scent is gorgeous – sweet orange and cedar. It leaves skin super soft and smooth, ready to climb into soft linens gently scented with Rituals Happy Mist. Oh, this bed and body mist will make even the most discriminating gal extremely happy. Orange and yuzu beautifully refresh linens, and because it’s cosmetic grade it can be used as a body mist as well. It’s a great way to get happy between the sheets!

Black Friday is approaching, and the holidays will be here before you know it. Get your shopping done early with these pretty, sexy, and trendy options for the glam-loving girl on your list. Shopping for someone who loves practical beauty options? Check out my Ten holiday gift ideas for the practical fashionista right HERE! – Lisa

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Filed Under: beauty, Chella, concealer, Esqido, Exfoliators, Eyelashes, Eyeshadow, false eyelashes, fragrance, Guess, holiday, Mascara, night cream, Nudestix, Onsen Secret, Rituals

Will you KISS me if I bring you a Kiss lash and nail giveaway?

How to apply false eyelashes in four easy steps – and an Esqido Radiance and Silhouette review!

A Halloween giveaway starring KISS and Broadway Nails

Eylure False Eyelash review and an Urban Tropics Giveaway!

How to apply false eyelashes in four easy steps…plus an ESQIDO Lash Giveaway!

Find your perfect false lashes with the Esqido Holiday Lash Guide

Holiday gift guide for the Glam Girl!

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