What it is: Shea Butter (Butyrospermum parkii) is a slightly ivory-coloured natural fat obtained by cold pressing the seeds of the karite tree. What it does: Shea Butter is used in many rich moisturizers and creams because, being high in fatty acids, it is an excellent skin emollient that helps to keep skin soft, smooth, and moisturized. In addition, it has antioxidant properties. Side effects: Shea butter is generally considered to be safe. (Sources: Journal of Agricultural and Food ... View the Post
Site Announcement: Coupon Code page added
Hey guys! From today, the blog has a new feature. If you look under the header, you will see I have added a page called Coupon Codes. Here you will find sales, promotions and coupon codes, so if you're planning to buy online, make sure you check it out. I will try and keep the list updated as often as possible, so remember to check back often! If you know of any sale/promotion/code that is not on the list, please send me an email at beautifulwithbrains[at]gmail[dot]com and I'll add it to the ... View the Post
Product Review: L’Oreal Elvive Nutri-Gloss Shampoo
Name: Elvive Nutri-gloss Shampoo Brand: L'Oreal Size: 250ml Price: 3,40€ From L'Oreal's website: To help revive your hair's brilliance, the L'Oréal Laboratories have developed Elvive Nutri-Gloss Programme, with Pearl Protein. Nutri-Gloss helps nourish to the hair, balanced from root to tip without weighing it down. Your hair feels smoother and the surface of your hair better reflects the light. What I liked: - hair looks and feels clean for 2/3 days - the consistency - the ... View the Post
Essential Beauty Tools
Beauty tools are underrated and overlooked by many women, but they are as important as the makeup itself and can make all the difference in the way you look. The right tools make application easier and more precise and give you a more professional and flawless look. Here are some essential beauty tools every woman should have in her make up bag: Applicator Sponge Sponges are used to apply foundations and cream blushes. They are also great for re-touching make up. They come in many shapes ... View the Post
New Product: Bare Escentuals The Bare & The Beautiful
The Bare & The Beautiful is a four-piece collection. It includes: - bareMinerals Kindness Eyecolor (a glimmer of icy blue) (Size small) - bareMinerals Praise Eyecolor (a glimmer of metallic navy) (Size small) - bareMinerals A Hint of Truth All-Over Face Color (vintage rose) (Size small) - Double-Ended Full Tapered Shadow & Blush Brush The eyecolors are preservative-free and non-irritating. They last all day and don't crease. The All-Over Face Colors infuses radiant light into ... View the Post
Know your ingredients: Green Tea Extract
What it is: Green Tea Extract is derived from the plant Camellia Sinensis, which is rich in ingredients known as polyphenols (also called tannis) that have antioxidant properties. What it does: As stated above, Green Tea Extract has anti-oxidant properties that protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV radiation and environmental stress and pollution, helping to prevent premature aging and wrinkles. It also fights free radicals. In addition, Green Tea Extract has anti-inflammatory ... View the Post
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