Cosette's Beauty Pantry

Hello everyone! One question I get a lot from people is what mascara  I use.  I love mascara, and I strongly believe that how you apply it makes all the difference.  Masc ara frames your eyes and it gently intensifies the eye by thickening and darkening the lashes.   I want to share my mascara tips and tricks with you. How to properly apply mascara: ·       While applying mascara look straight into your mirror with your chin slightly lifted so you can see your lashes. Twist the wand left to right at the base of the lashes.  It's the mascara placed near the roots (not the tips) that gives the illusion of length. I'm not wearing any make-up, just mascara. Apply 2 or 3 coats of mascara? What that means is to apply the coats of mascara all at once before the first coat dries.  Once the first coat dries, you'll get clumps if you attempt another swipe at the lashes. Tips:                                                                            Do

Hello everyone! It’s Wednesday and the weekend is getting closer!  So, are you ready for another NOTD post? This is what I’m wearing on my fingernails today.   I used three different colours to achieve this look. First, I applied two coats of Egyptian Gold nail polish on all my nails, except the two ring fingernails! I applied one coat of Tangerine polish to the ring fingernails. Then, I applied a Gold colour on top of the Tangerine colour .  The Gold polish is very sheer, so I used the bright orange colour as a base. Egyptian Gold/Tangerine Egyptian Gold/Tangerine/Gold I like this colour combination.  What do you think? XOXO Euphrasie85

Hello everyone! Today I want to share the latest DIY facial mask I’ve been trying out.   It’s the honey and cinnamon mask. As you may know, honey has countless virtues .  Check this previous post:  Honey face , for more information.  Cinnamon, also, contains powerful antioxidants and it has been used for thousands of years as an antiseptic , astringent and antifungal , amongst other uses.  The combination of these two powerful ingredients helps to kill the bacteria that cause pimples . This mask also helps to fade scars ! Method: Wash your face with a facial cleanser and pat your face dry.   Mix 3 tbsp. of honey with 1 tbsp. of cinnamon and apply a thin layer to the face as a mask and leave on for about 20 minutes.     Or  dab  a small amount   on blemishes and leave on overnight. Rinse with warm water.   Apply toner and moisturiser . The cinnamon powder acts as an exfoliant. The mixture will last you for about 4 mask applications.

Hello everyone!  I have another NOTD for you. This is what I am wearing on my nails today.   I applied one coat of Oyster Pink nail polish.   Then, I drew a single Pearly Pink diagonal stripe and sealed it with a topcoat. I like this simple design and hope you enjoyed this NOTD post.  So, what are your favourite nail polish colours at the moment?   XOXO Euphrasie85 

Hello everyone! My favourite gift this Christmas was a facial sauna .  For those of you who don’t know what it is, it’s basically a facial steamer you can use at home. The benefits of facial steaming: Deep skin cleansing. Softens the skin and removes blackheads, dead skin cells and pollution.   Boosts blood circulation, which is essential for the reproduction of new cells. Can reduce acne. Unclogs  stuffed sinuses.  You don’t need facial sauna equipment  to give yourself a steam facial at home.  Follow these instructions to safely steam your face at home, using a bowl and hot water . ·          Pull your hair away from your face. ·          Wash your face with a mild cleanser, and rinse well. ·          Put 5 cups of distilled water into a large pot and bring to a boil. ·          Transfer the hot water to a large glass bowl.   ·          Place your face over the bowl of steaming hot water. ·          Cover your head with a towel.  If

Hello everyone! So, this is my first NOTD post.  I applied two coats of Angel Cosmetics London nail polish #660 and a clear topcoat.  It’s a clear nail polish with red and silver glitter.  As you can tell from the above photo, I love this nail polish (I used quite a lot of it ;)).  What do you think? XOXO Euphrasie85

Hello everyone!  How is 2012 going so far? If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to take better care of your hands and nails , keep reading for some great tips! When most people think of nail care they think of their nail problems like peeling.  Nevertheless, your cuticles (the skin immediately around the fingernail) also contribute to nail health and appearance.  Neglected cuticles are prone to hangnails and dryness, whilst bitten or badly cut cuticles may become infected.   Follow these simple steps to proper cuticle care : ·          Avoid using harsh soaps when washing your hands as they can cause dry cuticles. ·          Exfoliate your hands once a week. ·          Keep your cuticles moisturised .  Massage moisturising hand cream onto your cuticles, and slip on a pair of cotton gloves every night before you go to sleep.  Also, apply oil (olive oil or almond oil) on the fingertips and massage your nails with it.   ·          Never cut your cuticles