Andrea Claire – Beauty Mixology
Beauty Mixology
More of us are becoming aware of ingredients found in our beauty products and interestingly enough, a lot of cosmetic companies have been a step ahead using natural ingredients that benefit the consumer. Well there may be peppermint-based lipglosses or lipstains with cinnamon; they may not be available in your favorite colour. Why not mix up your own? Lab coat not required.
Cayenne, a common ingredient found in plumping lip products. Crazy, but 
true. So why not create your own plumping lippy by adding a pinch of cayenne or even wasabi powder to your favorite lip colour? The natural heating properties rush the blood to the surface of your lip giving a temporary Jolie-effect.
Peppermint, a dual-action additive as it has a slight plumping effect as well as masks undesirable breath faster than you can say ‘Pucker up and blow’. Add a drop or two of peppermint oil into your favorite lip colour and you will be whistling in no time. One of my peppermint pre-mixed faves: Beauty Rush Lip gloss by Victoria Secrets.
Cinnamon- not just for lattes anymore. Cinnamon is known for having 
properties that promote healthy digestion. Adding a few drops of cinnamon oil or a pinch of cinnamon to your lipcolour may not solve your post-holiday tummy woes but using cinnamon regularly has proven results and may give new meaning to: ’A moment on the lips….’
Kissing a lot of frogs before you find your Prince can put you at risk of the dreaded cold-sore. Clove, another additive to lipsticks is known for it’s anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant healing properties. Although not a cure, adding clove oil into your lipgloss or lipstick can provide comfort while healing.
Whether getting plumped for that romantic Valentine’s date or freshened up post-spicy dinner, your lips will be deliciously ready.
Best,
Andrea Claire
Any enquiries please contact Andrea in Singapore at andrea@aclairebeauty.com or by phone, 65-9643-0411. For assistance in North America please email Andrea Claire’s agent at Charles at charles@judyinc.com
A recent blog with Andrea Claire quotes:
http://www.ebeautydaily.com/add-cayenne-pepper-to-your-lip-gloss-and-more/
Some hot lip tips from Andrea Claire, senior makeup artist with FACE atelier (clients include Alanis Morissette, The Veronicas, and Kelly Rowan)
· If you don’t want your lips to be the first thing people see, limit your use of gloss! Go for a neutral lip shade such as FACE atelier’s Wheat or Latte lipstick.
· For fuller lips, stretch your lips (aka super fake smile )when applying your lip color as this will fill color into every nook and give a plumper look. Top your lip with a reflective lip glaze such as FACE atelier’s Ice.
· To exaggerate lips, mix a dash of cayenne pepper into your gloss. This natural warming effect will temporarily rush the blood to the surface therefore plumping.
See Andrea’s tv montage as seen on So Chic:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=nb7hP78Mylc
view Andrea’s portfolio at:
www.aclairebeauty.com
www.judyinc.com/andreaclaire
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