Hot or Not Beauty

One of the most sought after makeup items is beyond any doubt the perfect mascara. Mascara will completely transform a woman’s expression giving her gaze a sophisticated allure.
So today I bring you one of my utmost favorites, my Holy Grail volume and length mascara.
It’s none other than Helena Rubinstein’s Lash Queen.

I have tried many other volume mascaras, but none has shown results like this one. If you love full bewitching lashes, then this is your companion for non-paralleled eyelashes, with but a single coat of Lash Queen your lashes will be evenly coated and even the thinnest ones will transform into long and luscious lashes that will make guy’s jaws drop and if you want to make it even more dramatic then go for multiple looks for a glamorous false lash look without the fuss.

I have tried other brands, MAC’s Zoomlash, Chanel’s Extrême Cils, Make Up For Ever’s Waterproof mascara, Les Faux Cils by Yves Saint-Laurent and Diorshow Mascara just to name several and none have achieved results like Lash Queen, which makes it a must have in my regular or emergency kit.

Available in both regular and waterproof formulation, this Helena Rubinstein mascara is packed with the expected luxury of this makeup brand in a beautiful gold wand and since it’s practically Summer, you might as well go for waterproof and I can guarantee you that it stays put.

In a hurry? A touch of concealer, some lipstick or lip gloss, a quick coat of Lash Queen and you are completely transformed without looking overly made up.

Give it a try and you will not regret it.

A few days ago I begged for questions for my new column, Ask Ms. Hot or Not. And I got plenty of questions to answer. The first one off the press was from Erin who wrote:

Dear Ms. Hot or Not:
I would love to know how to get rid of bumps or razor burn on your bikini area. Are there any good razors or products to use to try to prevent them all together?

It’s warming up all over and it’s almost time for those leg baring, high cut, show-it-all bikinis. And for those who dare to bare, being hair free is of most importance. For women who wear bikinis there is always the question of wax or shave. Brazilian and Playboy style waxings can leave the bikini area sensitive and prone to infection if not properly treated after waxing. While waxing leaves skin stubble free and eliminates the need to remove hair again for up to six weeks, shaving is a whole new can of worms.

Improper shaving can leave skin irritated and prone to having ingrown hairs. This is often the condition that that is evident on the surface of the skin that we catagorize as bikini bumps. Using the right shaving method is one way to cut down on the possibility of bumps.

How to Shave:
Start by getting pubic hair and skin thoroughly saturated with a shaving cream. Soap will not do the trick. Try a product that’s made for men like Jack Black Beard Lube which moisturizes the hair and skin. This helps to soften the hair and makes shaving easier. First, be sure to adequately wet the skin and the bikini hair. Since pubic hair is coarser than facial hair, this is an important step. If you are using a disposable razor, choose one that is for sensitive skin. At times, too close leave hair too far below the surface and it may create a bump if proper exfoliation doesn’t occur between shaves. (more about exfoliation to follow) Gillette Mach 3 razor is my razor of choice for clean close shaves. With a disposable or with a cartridge type head, replace after each shave.

When you begin to shave, pull the skin tight with your non-shaving hand. Then shave in upward strokes. Make sure there is adequate shaving cream on the hair and skin before each stroke. Without this protection, you’re likely to get red and bumpy after you shave.

Some experts recommend rubbing an ice cube over the shaved bikini area to reduce redness and discomfort. A pure Aloe Vera Gel is ideal for using after shaving to conquer irritation. Also over the counter hydrocortisone creams are helpful. Some post-shave products made up of mainly rubbing alcohol can actually increase inflammation. So consider taking a Tylenol or Ibuprofen to reduce the amount of inflamation that may occur.

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