The OWM Chronicles

EYEKO Mascara Friday GiveAway at kandeej.com

2012-02-24T22:56:00.000Z

kandeej.com: EYEKO Mascara Friday GiveAway - 50 winners!

Go to www.kandeej.com to enter! LOVE THEM!!!

Michael Todd's Recommendations Especially For Me!

2012-02-19T01:53:00.002Z

I completed a skin consultation questionnaire at http://www.michaeltoddcosmetics.com
and these are the results I got:

I would love to have these products, but look at the prices!!!!!
At least they offer free worldwide delivery, hehehe...! If you want to take the test yourselves, go here:
http://www.michaeltoddcosmetics.com/skin-consultation

I will colour code them so I remember my NO's, MAYBE's and YES's...

Skin Consultation Recommendations

Below you'll find a list of products tailored to your answers.

Your skin type is "Dry"

* Your skin is tight and uncomfortably dry all over.
* Your skin has a tendency toward dryness and fine lines.
* You need gentle cleansing and exfoliation followed by all over moisture to keep your skin smooth, comfortable and healthy.

Vitamin E Broad Spectrum SPF 30+

- No, thank you!

Vitamin E Broad Spectrum SPF 30+ is oil free and PABA free. It provides a light moisture while oxybenzone protects your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays.

all skin types

Net wt. 1.7 fl oz (50ml)

Anti-Aging Cleanser

- Yes, if you get rid of the 'Anti-Ageing clause... and you spelt it wrong!

Our Anti-Aging Cleanser is a non-irritating cream cleanser that removes impurities while helping to calm and soothe irritated skin. Soy Proteins, Spinach, Tropical Butters and Antioxidant infused oils promote moisture retention and elasticity.

* Extra Virgin Cold Pressed Avocado Oil strengthens skin membranes and regenerates skin cells
* Antioxidant infused oils help fight free radicals that cause aging * pH 6.8

Liposome Antioxidant Moisturizer with DMAE and Hyaluronic Acid

- I don't know what all this means, I'll think about it

Liposome Antioxidant Moisturizer with DMAE and Hyaluronic Acid

moisturizes and firms
fights premature skin aging

all skin types except oily
60 ml / 2 fl oz

A soothing cream moisturizer made with organic ingredients which uses liposomes to transport antioxidants deep into the skin to restore and maintain healthy skin, counteract sun damage and fight premature skin aging and wrinkles. Hyaluronic Acid (humectant) attracts moisture to the skin restoring the skin’s optimal moisture balance. DMAE firms and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Hydration Boost Facial Serum

- YES! I love serums (or is it sera?_

Hydration Boost Facial Serum

moisturizes and nourishes

all skin types
30 ml / 1 fl oz

Concentrated hydrating serum infused with Neem and other essential oils to restore the skin’s optimal moisture balance. Penetrates quickly to soothe and add moisture back to dry, dehydrated and irritated skin. Hyaluronic Acid helps strengthen skin’s moisture barrier and lock in moisture for healthy, supple skin. Skin is left feeling moist, smooth and younger looking all day.

Avocado and Mango Hydrating Facial Mask

- Yummy! Yes!!!

Avocado and Mango Hydrating Facial Mask

restores skin’s youthful appearance

normal to dry, mature and sensitive skin
100 ml / 3.4 fl oz

Mango butter, rich in vitamin c, unites with nutrient rich organic seaweed extract to rejuvenate and gently moisturize dry, devitalized skin. Nourish and deeply hydrate with brazilian fruit butter, shea butter and a host of protective oils. Salicylic acid gently exfoliates dead skin cells revealing a fresher, glowing appearance. Revitalize while enhancing skin condition and restoring natural suppleness, elasticity and softness.

Intensive Seven Signs Eye Cream

- Yes please; anything for these eyes...

Intensive Seven Signs Eye Cream effectively combats the 7 visible signs of aging on the eye area; fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness, dark circles, moisture loss, break down of collagen, and loss of firmness.

normal to dry, combination and mature skin

And for your convenience, our patented 15 ml (0.5 Fl oz) airless bottle gets you, with ease, 99.9% of the product out and ready to use. Our exclusive airless dispenser is also your assurance the product you get from Michael Todd Cosmetics will remain fresh, active, and safe to use for a longer time than traditional bottles.
Net wt. 0.5 fl oz (15ml)

Tropical Fruit Enzyme Exfoliant Scrub

- No, I'm happy with my current scrub

Tropical Fruit Enzyme Exfoliant Scrub

exfoliates without scrubbing
gentle enough for sensitive/acne prone

all skin types
60 ml / 2 fl oz

Naturally fruity refreshing skin treatment that uses the power of Papaya and Pineapple Enzymes as a mild non-irritating exfoliant to remove dead skin, impurities and toxins without irritation caused by scrubbing. Gentle enough for sensitive and acne prone skin types. Exfoliates, moisturizes and firms, improves elasticity and pliability of the skin, unclogs pores allowing skin to breathe and facilitates movement of skin oils. Gently refines skin texture and encourages skin renewal.

Hydrating Antioxidant Toner

- Maybe...it goes with the cleanser...

Our Hydrating Antioxidant Toner contains Cranberry extract and Vitamin C to protect skin from free-radicals. Cranberries have antibacterial properties. Antioxidants are vital to the everyday care of dry and mature skin. Hydrates and balances the pH of the skin.

tones to hold moisture

normal to dry, mature and combination skin

Net wt. 6.7 fl oz (200ml)

Conclusion: I am an ageing, dry, stiff woman, who will soon need a second job to support my beauty needs. Hahahahaha!!!

Dive in to corals

2012-02-14T19:07:00.001Z

A few days ago I was watching a YouTube video (what else is new?) by SWalkerMakUp, where she painted her nails with a gorgeous coral red colour, with this nail varnish, Mistress by Ciaté which is sold for £9.
I totally fell in love with the colour and, you know how these things are, I started seeing corals everywhere: clothes, bags, make up, the BAFTAs, the Grammys, QVC (lol, yes I watch the Beauty Zone sometimes), in bags...well, everywhere. It was time to take action!

As my budget is very restricted this month, I decided to stay away from high-end brands and after a small research on the internet I decided that the brand I'm going to favour would be BarryM. I know this brand quite well, as I have a couple of their Dazzle Dust pots as well as a couple nail varnishes, so I was happy to see that they do coral as well!
A skip and a hop to my local Superdrug and BAM: Coral nail polish and lipstick were in the bag for less than £8.

I also bought a pair of plastic hoops for £2 and a ring for £3 from Peacocks and I was...coralised!

Bring on springtime!

Solution!

2012-02-08T17:07:00.001Z

I downloaded for free VideoPad Video Editor and it saved me!
Amazing free software (you can buy the Pro version if you want) with lots of features same as Windows Movie Maker plus more! It has exactly what I was looking for: capture from camera, import all kinds of file formats including QuickTime, double speed and slow motion and many sound effects including music clips!!!
I think I found my trademark tune for my videos ;)
Read here about its features, where you can also download it.
I spent hours this morning exploring the features and I almost fell on the floor laughing with the sound effects!
Perfect!

My make up drawer tour

2012-02-08T00:22:00.003Z

This is my second (official) 'beauty' video. It was easier and quicker this time, although I think my old laptop cannot cope with big files and I really need to find a solution for the uploading bit. Any suggestions? I can try using my photo camera again, and search for a video editing platform that accepts QuickTime. Or I could try another editing platform from the one YouTube offers, I think I just overused WeVideo for this month :(((

Anywho, here it is! I can't believe I'm actually doing this after watching so many videos all this time.
Enjoy!

Nighty night
xxx
M

A Miracle by Benefit (the extended - long version)

2012-02-07T19:44:00.000Z

This is fun! I am currently on holidays and I have plenty of time in my hands!!!
I found this editing software on YouTube, called WeVideo, which takes QuickTime videos, which means I can upload from my photo camera. Windows Movie Maker doesn't take them (insert thousands of :((( here!)
With WeVideo I managed to edit the extended version of my Miracle video, which Magisto butchered and dubbed with (a lovely) Rolling Stones song. So here is the extended, full and decent version:

I am currently editing and will upload soon, my beauty collection video and post it here as soon as it is up!
And.....(drum roll)
I have promised the selling team at E.L.F., that I will make a video using their products, and I have found the perfect idea for three different looks! I can only say one thing: you will be...Charmed!!! ;o)

Kiss kiss
xxx
M

My first (kinda) beauty video!!!

2012-02-07T04:40:00.000Z

I made my first video.
I am still struggling to find a way to connect the camcorder to my laptop, unfortunately it seems, after a chat with Sony support, that Windows Vista does not take my fabulous DV camcorder.
I shot this video with my photo camera and I used Magisto, http://www.magisto.com, to upload it on YouTube but it got butchered! My 6 mins video became 1:13 and most of my talking is gone, but the gist of it is:
I used It's Potent Eye Cream and Erase and Paste by Benefit http://www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/ to help me with my dark circles and voilá!
The miracle has happened and my dark circles have disappeared!!!
Two great products!
This is my first video of this kind and I've shot a couple more - an extended version of this one and a beauty collection tour. Although the Magisto way is quite funky and I love the song, I don't think it's appropriate for the beauty videos. I hope you enjoy this one anyway.

Another solution for dark circles is to sleep early. It's 4:39 am! I'd better get some sleep!!!

xxxMxxx

Getting Naked Again....

2012-01-31T23:03:00.000Z

Yup! I got it!!!!
Urban Decay from Debenhams gave me a call today (I was on the waiting list!) that it arrived in store. I ignored the freezing cold and went straight after work and got it.
It is gor-ge-ous! I am going to try it tomorrow and give you the verdict. Oh! so many combinations to try!
Can't wait for the morning.