Friday, February 10, 2012

twinkle toes

Before you know it, boots will be tucked away until the next season and your tootsies will adorn their beloved flip flops! But wait, have you seen your feet? Try these new pampering treats, before your show off your feet. Butter London's newly reformulated waterless pedicure collection, brimming with natural ingredients and a passion for pampering, allows you to treat your feet any day of the week.
Rock Off - Callus Exfoliator. Hard skin simply melts away! $30
Mucky Pups - Foot Wipes. When your "dogs are barking," these calming, cleansing foot wipes are the perfect solution for mucky puppies on the go. $15
Kitten Heels - Powder Finish Foot Creme. Instantly hydrates and leaves soft, powder finish to help keep feet dry and silky. You may never wear socks again! $30
Stiletto Stick - Hydrating Heel Balm. Simple way to soften and smooth your heels! Dry, cracked areas will fade away offering instant moisture relief that helps heels stay soft with continued use.For more information on these or other products visit www.sarimotley.com.

Enjoy happy, pretty feet!

tangerine tango


The color pros at Pantone report "tangerine tango" as the color of the year. This is absolutely glorious! It's happy, carefree and fun–just like spring. Aren't you ready to feel fresh and free with your look? Spring is a cinch! There is no need to reinvent yourself because it's ok to incorporate one new thing. Whether you are cool or coy, this season's trends make it super easy.

You may already have look-creating makeup essential in your possession, but if they are in the way back of your makeup drawer (read: more than two years old), it's time to find replacements.

Your spring/summer makeup menu: red, bright and/or nude lip color (see chart from Vapour Organic Beauty on finding red and nude lip color); skin-tone flattering blush (Vapour's Aura Multi Use Blush for the perfect flush); bronzer (Vapour Solar Bronzer in Simmer is stunning); eye liner; and a pastel or pop of color for eyes and nails (Butter London Spring/Summer 2012: disco biscuit, bossy boots, slapper, trout pout, knackered).

Express Spring/Summer 2012:
  • Enjoy a pop of color for your lips. Go bright red or try a sassy orange. If you want to play it safe, go with a bright gloss that's sheer.
  • A monochromatic face. Just a hint of color for cheeks and eyes is super easy to achieve with Vapour Aura Multi Use Blush (spark, intrigue and impulse are sure to be season favorites).
  • Beautifully bronzed. Use the high points of the face (cheekbones, forehead, nose, chin) as a guide to achieve that back from the beach look; keep eyes and lips simple.
  • Vintage eyeliner is a go. Play with this liner look until it feels right for you, and practice to achieve your desired shape. See blog repost from myheartistry for a great "how to" on winged liner. Image below courtesy of myheartistry.
  • Brows are thicker and fuller. Brow gel is a must-have for that brushed-up and youthful look. (Senna Brow Fix X available at sarimotley studio).
  • Going nearly nude on the lip. Remember, there is a fine line between ghastly and gorgeous. To find the nude that suits you, go one shade darker than your skin tone with a hint of pink or peach.
For more inspiration on a bright and beautiful look for your spring/summer 2012, stop by sarimotley.com or visit the contact page to make an appointment (Houston area). See you soon.

my/heartistry: how to - winged eye liner

Just wanted to share this great "how to" from Arleene at MyHeartistry on winged liner. See her tips and awesome four-step photo.

Thank you Arleene.

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Thursday, February 2, 2012

gotcha tatcha

a beautiful way to blot coming to sarimotley cosmetics
This ancient beauty secret from Japan has been keeping women beautiful for hundreds of years: Tatcha Aburatorigami Japanese Blotting Papers gives you petal fresh skin–anytime, anywhere.

Tatcha Aburatorigami is a fabulously delicate, yet strong and absorbent leaflet used for removing excess oils from skin without muddling your makeup or stripping skin of essential moisture.

Tatcha (pronounced ta-cha) Aburatorigami (a-boora-tori-gami) is made from 100% abaca leaf and gold flakes. Tatcha's dandy design makes this beauty paper amazingly strong and really absorbent. The gold flakes in each leaflet area testament to its origins and will not transfer onto skin, and each Tatcha leaflet is the perfect size to freshen up your whole face.
This beautifully packaged, make-pretty-paper, will re-fresh and de-shine with no powder left behind. Tatcha is all natural, biodegradable and suitable for all skin. Take yours home today, $12 for 30 sheets.