Sebastian Potion 9

Great for growing long locks

My mother and grandmother used to use this back in the 90's. My mom would smooth it on my waist-length hair when I was a little girl to give it body and shine while letting it air-dry. I'm growing it back out now from a chic bob that was in last summer, and this works perfectly for my fine, slightly wavy hair-. it gives it body, shine and light frizz control. The best part is that it conditions and strengthens my hair as well.

July 27, 2009

Maybelline New York Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Washable Mascara

Not the best

Firstly, I have short, sparse lashes and I'm always searching for a better mascara. The scent is very strong and could be irritating to sensitive eyes. While the mascara is very black, I can't tell if it is shiny like they advertise. It is not a volumizing mascara and you can not apply too many coats. I've found that it makes my lashes longer but the end look stubby and unnatural. My lashes don't have a uniform curve but instead a spikey look with each lash going in a different direction. I've made the mascara work the best for me by applying a light coat and layering volumizing mascara over it. I take an old, clean mascara wand (no need to buy a special brush, just keep the wand from mascara tubes when they are empty ) to brush through my lashes while they are still wet until they are perfect. (I do this with all mascaras) It's the best trick I know to remove clumps and get each lash separated.

April 13, 2009