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Glam Makeup Tutorial for Brown Eyes 2019 | Bronze and Glowy

Glam Makeup Tutorial for Brown Eyes 2019 | Bronze and Glowy

Hey beauties! I am so excited to share this look with you all because it is my ultimate go-to glam look. I like wearing a beautiful soft bronze smokey eye, nude lip and vavavoom lash when I want that full glam effect!

Glam Makeup Tutorial 2019

Glam Makeup Tutorial 2019

This look is very easy to do and you do not have to be a professional makeup artist to pull it off. Watch my youtube video…

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KKW BODY FOUNDATION FULL REVIEW (2019)

KKW BODY FOUNDATION FULL REVIEW (2019)

KKW BODY FOUNDATION REVIEW

I tried Kim Kardashian’s new body collection. I purchased the body foundation in the color tan, the cream body shimmer in bronze, and the loose shimmer powder in bronze. The bundle also included her body brush.

Her KKW Body Collection sold out immediately, I would have liked to purchase the color medium as well, but I will purchase once it restocks. The color…

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Buxom's NEW Full Force Plumping Lipsticks Review

Buxom’s NEW Full Force Plumping Lipsticks Review

Hey everyone! Today I am giving you a full review of the new Buxom Full Force Plumping Lipsticks. Buxom sent me ten beautiful colors for me to try and share with all of you. If you rather watch the review, feel free to skip to my Youtube below.

Formula:The formula feels smooth and very hydrating. After wearing it for about 30 seconds you can start feeling the tingling sensation which I am…

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Manuka Honey and Turmeric DIY Face Mask for All Skin Types | Recipe

Manuka Honey and Turmeric DIY Face Mask for All Skin Types | Recipe

DIY Face Mask: Manuka Honey and Turmeric

We all want glowing and clear skin but with so many products available in the skincare industry, it can be difficult knowing what products are right for your skin type. Making a DIY face mask gives you the ease of knowing exactly what it is you are putting on your skin. My Turmeric and Honey face mask is all-natural and super easy to make at home.

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  Ultimate Honey-Avocado Face Mask for Glowing Skin

The winter months can dry out our skin making it feel tight, flaky and irritated especially if you live in a dry weather state like Arizona, the Dakotas, California or Nevada. To keep my skin hydrated and glowy I like to pamper myself with my Ultimate Honey-Avocado Face Mask to nourish my skin.

I love using natural everyday ingredients like avocado, eggs and olive oil because I know exactly what is going into my skin. The benefits of making your own face mask at home are that you know there are no hidden chemicals or preservatives.

  Watch my step by step youtube tutorial or scroll to the bottom of this page for the recipe.

  Avocado

Avocado is an amazing superfruit full of antioxidants and healthy fats. Avocados contain the following vitamins and minerals:

Vitamin K: 26% of the daily value (DV) Folate: 20% of the DV Vitamin C: 17% of the DV Potassium: 14% of the DV Vitamin B5: 14% of the DV Vitamin B6: 13% of the DV Vitamin E: 10% of the DV Avocado also contains small amounts of magnesium, manganese, copper, iron, zinc, phosphorous and vitamins A, B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin) and B3 (niacin). The oleic acid (a healthy fat) in avocados, helps reduce inflammation, lowering redness and also fighting wrinkles.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal is also great if you have redness or sunburned skin. Oatmeal has rich anti-oxidant properties and helps undo the damage done to your skin by pollution, UV rays, and chemicals. Oats reduces itching and inflammation and can be used to calm eczema and heal psoriasis. Owing to its healing, moisturizing and anti-oxidant properties, oatmeal is effective in soothing sunburn.

7 Benefits of Oatmeal for Skin:

Owing to its saponin content, oats work as a terrific natural skin cleanser. Whether you have sensitive or dry skin, it doesn’t strip its natural oils.

If you have ultra-sensitive skin that can’t tolerate exfoliators, oats can be a great alternative owing to its texture.

Rich in proteins and lipids oatmeal has potent emollient properties making it a great moisturizer. Doing this and also using a gentle moisturizer like Olay will make your skin softer than a baby’s.

Oatmeal has rich anti-oxidant properties and helps undo the damage done to your skin by pollution, UV rays, and chemicals.

Oats reduces itching and inflammation and can be used to calm eczema and heal psoriasis.

Owing to its healing, moisturizing and anti-oxidant properties, oatmeal is effective in soothing sunburn.

Oatmeal is anti-pruritic and helps control the itching that is inherent in various skin diseases and fungal infections.

Apple Cider Vinegar with the “mother”

Apple cider vinegar is fantastic for your skin. However, not all types of apple cider vinegar are created equal. You’ll want to purchase one that has the “mother.” Only this type of apple cider vinegar contains over 30 beneficial enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. It is best to dilute it in a mask and never applying directly to the skin since the acidic content in vinegar is very high and can negatively affect the ph balance of your skin.

    Lemons

Lemons are fantastic for your skin; they are antibacterial and brightening. However, just like vinegar, lemon has a very low pH, meaning it is very acidic and can damage your skin if abused or cause sunburn if used directly on skin then going out in the sun. It is best used in a mask or diluted for maximal beautifying results.

Lemon can assist in clearing acne! Lemons contain antibacterial properties, helping fight the bacteria agents causing your breakouts. It also acts as a natural exfoliator; it removes dead skin cells that can clog your pores.

  Raw Honey

Raw honey is rich in antioxidants and antibacterial properties. It helps to open and unclog pores while providing amazing anti-aging benefits. According to beauty expert Kim Wallace, “whether you’re looking for an inexpensive DIY solution or a powerful skin treatment, raw honey can help you regain your glow,” adding, “[r]aw honey can help unclog pores while simultaneously delivering moisture to parched skin.”

Here is my Ultimate Honey-Avocado Face Mask Recipe:

Ingredients

1/2 Avocado

1/4 cup Oatmeal (ground if possible)

2 tbs Raw Honey

1 tbs apple cider vinegar with the “mother”

1tsp lemon juice

Directions: Mix everything together until you have a thick puree like consistency. Apply on face and neck and leave it on for ~20 minutes. Rinse gently with warm water.

      Sources used and additional information:

OneGreenPlanet: Avocado benefits

GoodHousekeeping: Lemon benefits

SheKnows: Honey benefits

RewardMe: Oatmeal benefits

Odylique: Apple Cider Vinegar benefits

  My favorite Apple Cider Vinegar with the “mother.”

The best organic raw honey. Absolutely love it!

“Whether you’re looking for an inexpensive DIY solution or a powerful skin treatment, raw honey can help you regain your glow.”

-Kim Wallace (beauty expert)

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Mexican Glam Makeup Tutorial – Jaclyn Hill x Morphe Master Brush Collection Review

Hey, beauties, I found my new favorite makeup brush set!!!! I filmed a Mexican Makeup Tutorial using and reviewing Jaclyn Hill x Morphe’s new Master Brush Collection ♡

  Can you believe that this is my first time purchasing a professional makeup brush set? I have always bought brushes individually, but I knew it was time for an upgrade! If you want an honest review of the Jaclyn Hill x Morphe’s new Master Brush Collection, watch until the end.

FYI: Morphe does not sponsor me nor did I receive any product for free.

I was inspired to do a Mexican Glam Makeup Tutorial for a couple of reasons. Mexico’s Independence Day is September 16 and being proud of my heritage; the timing couldn’t have been better. One way I love to embrace my Latin (Mexican) roots with a bold red lip, winged liner, and of course bronzed eyes!

My favorite Mexican telenovela stars like Barbara Mori (Rubi), Thalia and Araceli Arambula always wear beautiful glam makeup, and so I used their makeup as an inspiration for this look.

5 Ways you can Latina-up your makeup:

1. Winged Liner 2. Red lipstick 3. Dramatic Lashes 4. Defined Eyebrows 5. Defined Cheekbones

Haha, of course, that’s just my opinion but after watching telenovelas with my mother since I was a little girl, the common denominator? 1-5. Add a confident walk and some big, and you’re good to go!

Please like and subscribe to my Youtube channel! Love you all! Follow me on I N S T A G R A M: @zuleykasilver Products:

NARS Concealer Ginger (Med. 2) Elf Soft Luminous powder: https://amzn.to/2Nf7ErY Revlon PhotoReady Concealer: https://amzn.to/2MD8pWu NARS Liquid Blush (torrid): https://amzn.to/2NdOxOX Kevin Aucoin blush (apricot): https://amzn.to/2Nh6GeD Hoola bronzer by Benefit:https://amzn.to/2MAyLsb Makeup Forever Sculpting Duo Loreal Voluminous Mascara: https://amzn.to/2xeajar Ms. Silver Lashes in ‘Zuleyka’ (www.mssilverlashes.com) Tarte Black Liner: https://amzn.to/2NghjOF

Mexican Glam Makeup Tutorial – Jaclyn Hill x Morphe Master Brush Collection Review Mexican Glam Makeup Tutorial - Jaclyn Hill x Morphe Master Brush Collection Review Hey, beauties, I found my new favorite makeup brush set!!!!

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Back to School Natural Makeup Tutorial (2018)

Everything you need for natural and easy back to school makeup 2018-9 using no foundation. This makeup application is my go-to for an every day “no makeup” look.  I love quick and simple makeup because it’s super fast and easy to apply in the morning before I rush out the door for class!

My easy natural makeup application is great for every day since all the products I used are light on your skin and don’t get cakey throughout the day. Whether you’re in high school or college this daily makeup routine is light enough to wear all day and won’t make your skin feel irritated by the time you get home.

My daily makeup tutorial is super quick and easy. Watch until the end to learn how I applied this everyday makeup look so you can too!

Here are my favorite every day back to school makeup products:

Cover FX Primer: https://amzn.to/2oVP8pR

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer: https://amzn.to/2O5G9ND

Spongeologie Makeup Sponges: https://amzn.to/2N2Lrgt

Nars Liquid Blush ‘Torrid’: https://amzn.to/2QlpXcB

Laura Mercier Invisible Pressed Powder: https://amzn.to/2oUNDbg

Benefit Goof Proof Brow Pencil in #4: https://amzn.to/2N1KhSk

RMS Beauty ‘Buriti Bronzer’: https://amzn.to/2N4sI4k

Benefit 24-hour Brow Setter Gel: https://amzn.to/2x33UyB

Loreal Voluminous Mascara ‘Carbon Black’: https://amzn.to/2NzWyx0

Bdellium Tools Brushes in #767 and #953: https://amzn.to/2CI50WK

NYX Lip Liner ‘Peekaboo Neutral’: https://amzn.to/2NvnIoI

  Thank for stopping by beauties 🙂 

  Back to School Natural Makeup Tutorial (2018) Back to School Natural Makeup Tutorial (2018) Everything you need for natural and easy back to school makeup 2018-9 using no foundation.

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Morning Skincare Routine for Dry Skin - 2018

Morning Skincare Routine for Dry Skin – 2018

Morning Skincare Routine for Dry Skin – 2018

I share my easy morning skincare routine 2018 and how to get glowing glass skin plus my dry skin essentials for 2018. These are my must-haves products for flawless skin every day.

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Dewy Glassy Skin Tutorial – Best Products to use for Dry and Oily Skin – 2018

What is glassy skin? Glassy skin is a Korean beauty trend rapidly making its way to the USA. Glassy skin means exactly what it sounds like, skin that looks like glass and another way of saying clean and transparent-like skin. To achieve natural dewy skin it is crucial to have a killer skincare routine! But don’t worry, I tried and researched all of the product listed. I list the best product for dry and oily skin to achieve radiant glassy skin!

  How to get Glassy Skin:

To get glass skin, ideally, your skin should be very hydrated, luminous, and clear from any breakouts. However, while many of us work on bettering our dry skin, you can still achieve the “glass skin” look.

Tips for Glassy Skin:

Drink a lot of water

Don’t pick your face

Stay away from a super heavy foundation and powders.

Exfoliate skin to remove any dead skin.

Use a hydrating toner and follow with a hydrating gel.

Do use a primer to keep makeup from moving too much (this is a problem with glass skin makeup).

Use cream powders and highlighters rather than powder type products.

Watch my YouTube Tutorial to learn how I achieved dewy and glass skin using no brushes!

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Best Products to use for Glass Skin

Dry Skin

Skin care products:

Hungarian Water Essence by Belif

True Cream Aqua Bomb by Belif

Witch Hazel Toner – Alcohol Free by Thayer

Cucumber Detox Hydrating Gel – by Peter Thomas Roth

Moroccan Rose Water – Paraben and Alcohol-Free – by Shea Terra Organics

Klairs Preparation Toner – All Skin Types

Hydrating Cucumber Detox Serum – Peter Thomas Roth

Intensive Under Eye Cream – Peter Thomas Roth

Cicapair Tiger Grass Cream – Dr. Jart’s (great to cancel out redness)

Make-up:

Argan Oil Coconut Water Primer – Physicians Formula

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer – Caramel

Nars Radiant Foundation – Barcelona

Nars Concealer – Ginger

Milk Cream Blush – Coral

Marc Jacobs Beauty Dew Drops

Calming Face Primer – Cover FX

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Oily Skin

Skin care products:

Green Tea Toner for Acne-Prone Skin by Belif

Klairs Preparation Toner – All Skin Types

One Snail Lightweight Repair Cream 

Origins Rose Clay Mask 

Max Correction Complexion Pads – Peter Thomas Roth

Cicapair Tiger Grass Cream – Dr. Jart’s (great to cancel out redness)

Make-up:

Smoothing Primer – Cover FX

Veil Mineral Primer – by Hourglass

Highlighting Liquid – by Col-Lab

Buxom Show Some Skin Foundation

Secret Camouflage Compact – Laura Mercier

Born this way Foundation – by Too Faced

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  (For products used in Youtube video click on the video. I list all products in description box).

  What are some of your favorite skincare/makeup products? Leave a comment below! 

  – @zuleykadoeslife

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Half up Half Down Hairstyle with Extensions | 2018 Hair Trends

Half up Half Down Hairstyle with Extensions | 2018 Hair Trends

Half up Half Down Hairstyle with Extensions

2018 is the year for the half up and half down hairstyle. Everyone from Jennifer Lopez, Kim and Khloe Kardashian, to Ariana Grande are rocking this voluminous half up half down hairstyle! It is super cute, glamorous, and such an easy hairstyle for when you still want to rock fantastic hair but have dirty hair! I love doing this hairstyle around the 3rd…

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My Daily Makeup Routine | Best Beauty Makeup Sponges

My Daily Makeup Routine | Best Beauty Makeup Sponges

Green Tea Trio Set By Spongeologie My Daily Makeup Routine | Best Beauty Makeup Sponges

Hey everyone! I filmed a new Youtube to share my updated easy and minimal makeup routine. I’ve been using new products that allow me to get ready faster while minimizing my routine.

Some of my favorite additions are these super soft beauty makeup sponges by Spongeologie. They are vegan, latex-free and I feel…

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Is SUNSCREEN Safe? Myths and Facts EXPLAINED!

Is SUNSCREEN Safe? Myths and Facts EXPLAINED!

Is SUNSCREEN safe? The Best Sunscreens out there, plus a FREE cheat sheet.

Should you wear sunblock? And if so how often? What do the SPF numbers mean? What is Zinc or titanium dioxide? Which ingredients are harmful? What’s the difference between UVA and UVB rays? Do I need protection against both? These questions can leave us feeling overwhelmed when buying a new sunscreen. In this post, I break…

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What happens to your SKIN when you don’t wear SUNSCREEN

  Read before you decide to skip on the SPF! Sunlight has a severe effect on the skin that can result in the premature aging, skin cancer, and a host of other skin-related conditions. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light deems for around 90 percent of all symptoms of skin damage. Three reasons why you need to start wearing sunscreen daily:

1.Collagen Break Down

Collagen is the protein in your body that keeps your organs in place and your skin tight. UV radiation can cause collagen to break down at a higher rate than normal aging (this is why skin sags as people age). It does this by penetrating the middle layer of skin (dermis), causing the abnormal buildup of elastin.

Elastin fibers are what gives your skin elasticity; UV rays break down the elastic. In turn, the exposure to the rays causes dryness and premature aging.

Sunlight causes the accumulation of abnormal elastin, which in turn results in the production of large quantities of metalloproteinases. Metalloproteinases aid the recovery of sun-damaged skin by producing and reforming collagen. However, the creation of large amounts of metalloproteinases can reduce their effectiveness and cause collagen to be broken down. The result of the repetition of this imperfect rebuilding process is the development of wrinkles.

At the age of around 30, the rate at which the body produces collagen and elastin starts to slow. As we continue to grow older, the body’s ability to produce collagen continues to decline. When these naturally falling collagen levels combine with skin that has already been damaged by the skin, the result is the loss of moisture, the development of fine wrinkles and reduced elasticity.

As much as I would want Collagen supplements to work, they are a complete waste of money, but of course, supplement companies don’t want you to know that! Collagen is digested before your body can absorb it. I learned this recently in my human biology class.

2. Immune System Effects

The body has a natural protective immune system meant to attack infections and abnormal cell growths, including cancer. This immune defense includes specialized white blood cells called T lymphocytes and skin cells called Langerhans cells. When the skin is exposed to excessive sunlight, certain chemicals are released that actively suppress these cells, weakening the overall immune response.

Also, excessive sun exposure can cause your cells to commit suicide, literally; this results in skin cancer. The body’s last line of immune defense is something called apoptosis, the process of “cell suicide” meant to kill severely damaged cells become they cannot become cancerous. (This is one of the reasons why you peel after a sunburn.) While the process is not fully understood, excessive UV exposure appears to prevent apoptosis, allowing precancerous cells the opportunity to become malignant.

3. Skin Cancer and Melanoma

The ability of the sun to cause cancer is well known. The three major types of skin cancer are melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma.

Melanoma is the most deadly of the three as it spreads (metastasizes) more readily than the others. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common and tends to spread locally rather than metastasize. Squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common and is known to metastasize, although not as common as melanoma.

The amount of sun exposure a person receives before the age of 20 is the determining

risk factor for melanoma. By contrast, the risk of basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma is related to both a person’s skin type and the amount of lifetime exposure to UV radiation.

A lot of people are concerned with the chemicals found in many commercial sunscreens and have opted for more natural sunscreens. Consumer reports lead an annual sunscreen study that puts many sunscreens to the test and found that many of the sunscreens do not meet their SPF claims. Unfortunately, many of the sunscreens that do not meet their label claims are the mineral or so-called “natural” sunscreens. The following are the best-rated sunscreens for great SPF coverage and low use of chemicals:

La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60 Melt-in Sunscreen Milk $36 

All Skin Types

UVA protection: Excellent

UVB protection: Excellent

Water Resistant 80

Meets Claim

Consumer Reports Test Rating: 100

Aveeno Protect and Hydrate Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 $8

Skin Type

UVA protection: Excellent

UVB protection: Very Good

Water Resistant 80

Meets Claim

Consumer Reports Test Rating: 84

Neutrogena Ultra-Sheer Dry Touch SPF 45 (Pack of 2) $13

Skin Type:

UVA protection: Excellent

UVB protection: Very Good

Water Resistant: 80 minutes

Claimed SPF: 45

Tested SPF: 31

Consumer Reports Test Rating: 78

        Stay Away from these following as they don’t meet their SPF label claims:

      3 Reasons why you need to start wearing Sunscreen daily! What happens to your SKIN when you don't wear SUNSCREEN   Read before you decide to skip on the SPF!

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Quiet People Have the Loudest Minds...

Quiet People Have the Loudest Minds…

Quiet People Have the Loudest Minds…

I find it interesting and yet troublesome that quiet people get the quick label of an arrogant person, or having an air of superiority when in fact, more often than not their silence is a quality of their character–meaning they’re introverts.

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On Photography...an open letter

On Photography…an open letter

On Photography…an open letter

Black and White photography is so captivating and personal. When I feel stressed I go to a bookstore and flip through photo books. Photography takes me out of my head, the rush of my daily thoughts stop for a moment and allow the presence of the moment to take over. To capture that glimpse of humanity and authenticity. Your soul can’t lie when looking into a lens.…

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Guest-Starring on Young Sheldon CBS

Guest-Starring on Young Sheldon CBS

Guest-Starring on Young Sheldon CBS

Hey everyone!

I recently guest-starred on Young Sheldon on CBS Episode 14! I play Selena, Pastor Jeff’s (Matt Hobby) wife.

Watch the episode if you missed it 🙂

https://www.cbs.com/shows/young-sheldon/video/Q3KXpz7Vkf929Xib9m4nTMrs8bN7X1jv/young-sheldon-potato-salad-a-broomstick-and-dad-s-whiskey/

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DIY Repair Hair Mask for Damaged Dry Hair| Using Coconut & Castor Oil Aloe Vera Vitamin E for Fast Hair Growth |

DIY Repair Hair Mask for Damaged Dry Hair| Using Coconut & Castor Oil Aloe Vera Vitamin E for Fast Hair Growth |

My HOMEMADE Hair Mask for Fast Repair + Healthy Growth for Damaged Dry Hair

| All NATURAL & ORGANIC | DIY Repair Mask for DRY and FRIZZY HAIR

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