Review: Maybelline Fit Me foundation, powder and concealer.

I've been using these products for about the past 3 months. I have a love/hate relationship with these. First of all I want to start by saying the colour range isn't great, which is a let down because they advertised this and hyped up that you can find a colour to fit you perfectly, which is simply untrue. For a colour reference im a NC in mac. Although maybe i shouldn't be so harsh because i always find it hard to find a foundation anywhere close to my skin tone. I have very pale skin, that is very yellow under toned(when i tan, im olive) and most brands in there lighter shades they are all pink or peach toned! :(

Anyways, sorry for the rant. I originally bought this is 120 which is creamy ivory, i got the foundation, powder and concealer. I could tell it was pinkish under-toned but decided to buy it anyway, i couldn't get it to work with my colour, although i really liked the formula. Im a spray tan technician so i have a tanning kit at home and taught my fiance how to tan me, so i got a spray tan went back and bought the colour in 210 sandy beige, which is the lightest yellow toned they have, which 'fit me' alot better ahahaha. The foundation is a very creamy foundation, which has a good consistency so i could apply it lightly and get a very light coverage or i could build it to a medium coverage. I use this with my fingers over a primer and it looks very nice, i tried using this with a brush(mac 187) but it looked very cakey and sat on top on the skin, i also tried it with a sponge but the coverage was to sheer, but the fingers worked like a charm. Next onto the concealer, it gives quite a light coverage, which i personally don't like in a concealer, might a well use foundation? so i haven't been using the concealer, and onto the last product which is the powder which i absolutely LOVE its my favourite powder! it has such a nice finish and gives alot of coverage, but you can also use it just to dust over the foundation and set it. Such an amazing powder. The staying power of this foundation is alright, i find i have to touch up about 4 hours after applying, which is odd because i don't have oily skin but this seems to make me oily after a very hours(i prefer to call this a natural glow though ahahaha ha) The foundation gives a dewy finish which i love. I have quite prominent similar lines, and fine if i apply foundation there is creases after about an hour, so i very got very lightly there. So it probably isn't a great foundation for mature skin.

Overall i would rate these products

Foundation - 7/10

Powder - 9/10

Concealer - 2/10

Types of hair extensions.

As a hair extensionist myself, i have been ask so many times ywhat is the difference between hair extensions? Which are best? Which damage the least? How long do they last? How to wash them and look after the correctly etc.
So i thought i'd answer some of the most asked questions i get about them.


In this blog post im going to list types of hair extensions and tell you a little bit about each of them. I will be doing separate blog posts on each individual type and go more in depth about each of them. But enough chatting lets get started.


Clip In
These are the most used and most popular type of hair extension. Basically it is a weft of hair that is sewn together at the root/cuticle, and there is a clip place on the sewing. I personally use clip ins. They are the least damaging, they don't require an extensionist to put them in, remove them, or move them up. You can clip them in when you want to achieve a long hair look and take them out when you don't want them in, which makes washing your hair more simple! I always recommend people who want extensions to start off with clip ins. Take 5-15 minutes to apply.


Weave
These are good for people with thick or course hair(african american or Sudanese hair is perfect for this method) where as people with thin or fine hair will find this causes a lot of breakage and tugging on the scalp. It's woven into the hair. Sounds scary right? Basically to weave it in, first you need a track(which is created by little braids that go horizontal or circle around the crown of the head). I definitely wouldn't recommend this unless you are experience with looking after extensions and you get them applied by a weavologist.   


Microbead
These hair extensions are quite quickly becoming very popular, they are the least damaging permanent hair extension method on the market if applied, looked after and removed correctly. They are small clusters of hair that are attached to a small metal bead, your hair gets threaded threw the bead and then the bead is clamped down on your hair. They can be moved up every few months once grown out, but if they accidently slip out you can open the bead and re-thread them into your hair. Although these don't work on some peoples hair as they fall out easy on some people(due to natural oils of the scalp, how often you style, and how the are applied etc), i would say these are better for people with thick hair. Usually you can reuse these about 5 times before the bead becomes to weak to use and clamp tight enough. Take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to apply) 


Tape Wefts/Skin Wefts
These extensions are the newest extension method to hit the hair industry. They cause little damage(if applied, looked after, and removed) correctly. They are the most popular extension used in salons(in Australia at least) they are great for people with thin hair because they sit very flat against your scalp, although i must say these sometime do hurt to get removed! Usually the extension is about 2 inches wide, you get two extensions and "sandwich" the natural hair in the middle of it. You can usually keep these in for about 2-4 months depending on how fast your hair grows before getting them either removed or moved up. If you want to reuse, get them removed, re-taped then place back into your hair. You can usually re-tape them 4-6 times. Takes 30 minutes - 45 minutes to apply)


I-Tip
These are very similar to the microbead method, but these are clusters of hair that are reusable for alot longer then microbeads because with the i-tips you replace the bead each time the either fall out or your get them moved up. They are slightly bulkier then the microbeads, so they are easier to see in your hair, but last a lot longer. Again i would recommend these for people with thicker hair. Take about an hour to apply.


U-Tip / Hot Fusion / Bond / Nail Tip
These are little clusters of extensions and the tip of them is coated in either glue or keratin. These are harder to explain quickly, but they are small clusters of hair that are coated in either glue or keratin and are melted around small sections of your natural hair. Glue can be very damaging but last alot longer, and keratin is a protein that doesn't last quite as long but inst damaging. People get mistaken about this method saying its damaging to the hair because you use a hot fusion wand to melt the glue keratin, but in reality it only touches your hair for a few seconds and is less hot then a straightener or curling iron. This method is the longest lasting(from 3-6 months depending how fast your hair grows) and doesn't need move ups or slide or fall out of your hair. This is the most popular method with celebrities and tv shows use these(extreme make over, americas next top model etc) This method is great for all hair types. These sometimes can be reused after taken out but usually not. Takes about 3-4 hours to apply.

Types of face shapes - which one are you?

So many different face shapes out there, everyone's face is completely different.. But we have defining features similar to others which determines our face shape. 


Why should you know your face shape?
No, its not essential but its helpful! Certain hairstyles complement face shapes where as other hair styles look horrific. You can learn how to apply makeup to benefit your certain face shape and to show off your best assets.There are a handful of categories your face shape could fall into, so here we go and lets get started explaining.


The first tip i give you(which may sound a little strange!) Pull your hair back into a tight ponytail, grab a lipstick, preferably a bright coloured one and stand straight on to a mirror. Then in the mirror trace around the outside of your face in the reflection. Step back and take a look at the shape you drew. This will help you see which category you fall into. This step isn't necessary, but it is helpful.


Oval
You tend to have wider cheek bones, narrow smooth jawline and a narrow forehead. Celebrities: Jennifer Aniston, Cameron Diaz, Mariah Carey and Uma Thurman all have oval shaped faces.


Round
You tend to have fuller cheeks, a round jawline and a round forehead. You don't really have very defined features, and can give you a very young, youthful look. Celebrities; Kate Winslet, Drew Barrymore, Charlotte Church and Kirsten Dunst all have a round face shape.


Oblong
You tend to have defined cheekbones, higher forehead and narrow smooth jawline. Celebrities; Gwyneth Paltrow, Ashlee Simpson, Elle Macpherson and Sarah Jessica Parker have an oblong shaped face. 


Heart
You tend to have a narrow chin, defined cheekbones(not as defined as the oblong) and a wider but short forehead. Celebrities; Michelle Pfeiffer, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Claudia Schiffer, and Naomi Campbell have all got heart shaped faces.


Square
Your forehead, cheek bones and jawline tend to be around the same width, you have quite a squared jawline. This face shape can appear quite masculine if your not careful with your hairstyle and makeup. Celebrities; Sandra Bullock, Demi Moore, Rosario Dawson and Angelina Jolie


If you are still unsure run your fingers over your jawline to feel the shape and structure, you will then get a better idea as to what face shape you have.

Types of body shapes - which one are you?

Basically, this will be telling you the body types and will explain what defines each body shape and then can help you figure out which you are.. Although most people fit into one of these categories, not all people do, some people can be several types.

Why is knowing your type important?Everyone should find out what their body type is, it will help you knowing what clothes, swim suits, accessories suit you best and flatter your shape. I will be referring to it as what i call them, but will put in brackets names that it is also known as :)


I'll start with the most common body shape - most women think that the hourglass shape is the most common, which is completely untrue. Its the most well known shape but its not the most common(as a matter of fact a study shows that only 8% of woman have the hourglass shape!) 


Anyway, enough chatting - lets get started!


Ruler(straight, banana, rectangle, boyish, box)
Surprisingly 46% of women fit best into this body shape. You are pretty straight up and down, your bust is small and hips are narrow and approximately the same size, you don't have a very defined waist. Celebrities with this body shape are; Cameron Diaz, Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Hudson and Keira Knightly.


Pear(triangle)
20% of women fall into this category. Your hips are larger than your bust and you have a defined waist and proportionately slim arms and shoulders. You typically gain weight in your bums and thighs/legs. Your waist is your best asset so don’t be afraid to show it off. Celebrities with this body shape are; Shakira, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce.


Apple(Inverted triangle, round)
14% of women have this shape. You tend to have a larger bust, broader shoulders, narrower hips, less defined waist. You usually gain weight in the tummy, breasts and arms. Apple shape women tend to gain weight alot easier then other body types. Celebrities with the shape are; Tyra Banks, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jennifer Hudson.


Hourglass
Only 8% of woman fit into this body shape. Which is odd considering it is the most talked about and known body shape. For along time the hourglass shape has been considered as the most attractive shape, desired and wanted shape, the subject of many paintings and sculptures (You lucky ladies!) Your hips and bust are almost an identical size with a narrow and defined waist(9 inches or more smaller than bust/hips!) Celebrities with this shape are; Marilyn Monroe, Sophie Lauren, Scarlett Johannson.


Above is listed the most common body shapes that almost any one can fit into, but then there are also different shapes inside each of these shapes, i'll list some below.


Spoon(figure 8)
This shape is often mistaken for the hourglass, i always got told i was an hourglass shape, but it just didnt add up, I was researching and came across and article about the spoon shape, which is very similiar to the hourglass but you tend to have a very short waist which come off as a "shelf" like appearance to the hips. Your hips are slightly larger then your bust and you have a very defined/small waist, you have the tendancy towards getting love handles. You tend to gain weight in your upper arms and thighs but contracry to this your forarms and lower legs are very slender and are your best assets! Celebrities with this shape are; Kim Karshian, Christina Aguilera. 


Oval(Full figure)
you have a large bust, narrow hips, and a full midsection. You have a tendency to gain weight in your stomach, back and upper body. Your waist is undefined and the widest part of your frame. You also have a full, shorter neck and full face. Your buttocks are somewhat flat and your legs are slender. Your shapely legs are your best asset. Celebrities; Jessica Simpson, Opera, Adele.


I'm going to go more in depth on each shape and how to dress for your shape, how to work out for your shape etc. I hope these tips above help some of you ladies out there. 

Introduction

My name is Lauralie, I'm 18 years old, australian & love of all things beauty, hair, fashion & life" related.


Basically, this is another fxcking beauty blog of the many & many out there -BUT i hope to bring something different and a flare to it :). I will be doing product reviews, favourites, tips and tricks on hair/makeup that i have grown to love or have stumbled across along the way, hair extensions, things I've purchased, dressing for your shape, and in depth look at face shapes and body shapes/types, skincare and also life stories. Anything i have a passion about i'll basically blog.