Style Bytes

I am very lazy when it comes to my hair. I usually wear it straight and have my boyfriend cut it when it needs. I came across explainations for how to copy some of the best hairstyles this fall in Swedish Aftonbladet. From now on I’m going to make a little more out of it.

Jennifer Lopez

Part your hair along the middle and make two loose braids. Pin them up on the top of your hair with a few pins. It doesn’t have to look perfect, it’s even nicer when it looks a little messy.

Ashley Olsen

Make a braid across the front of your head by starting at one end and adding more hair as you make the braid. Fasten it with a hair pin to the side behind your ear.

Hillary Duff

For this you will need a head band of some sort. If you don’t have one a scarf or ribbon will do just fine. From the top of your head to the back use a comb and comb your hair the wrong way so that you get lots of volume. Fasten with pins in the back so that it stays up. Pull some of the hair in front to the side and behind your ear. Put on the headband. This look is so right for all the 60’s inspired clothes we see these days.

I am no expert on beauty supplies, check out eBeauty Daily for that, but I have made a list of some favorites that are both affordable and that I have good experiences with. Back when I was working I spent a lot of money on expencive make up, but later I’ve discovered that it’s usually not worth it. That’s good news for me now that I am a student and don’t have too much money to spear.

Max Factor Eyeshadow Earth Spirits

I use the Burnt Bark, and I have for years. It’s my favorite eyeshadow of all. It’s easy to apply and gives great color. Beats Chanel and any other brands I’ve tried.

Clinique Cleansing Foam (Anti-Blemish Solutions)

Ok, this is not that affordable, but the best cleanser I’ve come across. My skin feels and looks a lot better. It’s also very gentle to sensitive skin. Sometimes after washing my face at night in warm water, I apply the cleanser and leave it on over the night. This always leaves my skin ten times better the next day.

Body Shop Glow Enhancer

This one gives an incredible glow to the face. At first it looks very shiny, but after a few minutes you just get that glow. I have four or five of these as an emergency storage. I don’t care if the skin is supposed to be matte, I want to glow! I usually don’t use foundation, but I use this instead. It has less color than a foundation so it looks more natural.

Nivea Creme

No secret that this is a great product. Every girl should have one of these. During winter my skin gets very dry, then I use this daily. It’s a bit greasy though, so many girls should maybe use it as a facial mask in stead. It’s great to put on in a thick layer before you go to bed. You will have the softest skin when you wake up. It’s also good to mix with stuff you have in your kitchen to add more power to it.

Body Shop Eyeliner

I’ve tried many as I like a little dark eyes. Versace didn’t do it for me, but Body Shop’s is great.

H&M Nail Polish

I only use the french manicure one, so I won’t say for sure that the ones with colors are as good, but this nail polish is great and it costs just about nothing.

Burt’s Bees Repair Serum

I read about this several places and I got mine from Ebay for £ 0.99. I haven’t used it for long, so I don’t have many experiences with it yet. But it is supposed to be great for both fine lines and scars.

Body Shop Concealer

Often these have a little yellow tone that doesn’t work with my pale pink skin at all. The one from Body Shop was the first I found with the right color. The downside is that you have to buy this silly sharpener as well, so it leaves it a little more expencive than necessary. But with that said; I’ve had mine for three years and there’s still a lot left. I use it every day.

Body Shop Brushes

These are not made with real hair as is supposed to be the best, but they are still great. I usually use them wet since I have a thing for smokey eyes. What you never should be without is the line softner. I bought it nearly ten years ago, and I’ve used it every day. It is perfect for giving the eyeliner a litte softer look. And I find that I don’t have to be so careful with putting the eyeliner on right, cause the line softner fixes that anyway.

Dove Silkening Body Lotion

I don’t say that this is the best moisturing body lotion there is, but it has this shine that is so pretty. I always use it for parties, especially on my legs and arms. It doesn’t leave a very visble shine so that people see that you have covered your body in something, but you look a lot more fresh.

Body Shop Basil Purifying Mask

Simply just a great mask that really leaves my skin in great condition. So great people compliment me for it. I’ve had my jar for two years and used it twice a week and still I’ve used just about half of hit.

IsaDora Build-Up Extra Mascara

I always think mascaras end up crappy after a while no matter how much money I put in them. I’ve had this one for months though, and it is the first one that hasn’t gone lumpy or dry. Leaves my lashes looking great.

Rimmel Eyeshadows

I am a big fan of these, but mostly the trio ones. They last long and give great color.

Body Shop Hemp Products

I actually think these may have gone out of production, but if you get a hold of some of these they’re great for extra dry skin.

I have never concidered myself a big fan of Body Shop, but after making this list I maybe should be: Half the list is Body Shop! There are several of their products I don’t like though.

I’d love to hear your tips on good and affordable beauty supplies!

This season your hair should be long and straight. But with a few easy tricks you can make this a little more exciting. Here are my favorite looks for the fall that you can easily copy.

My absolute favorite is the messy hair with braids. Let your creativity run wild and put a braid here and there. There are no rules, and it will look good allmost no matter what:

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I have long hair, and I don’t dare to try out something shorter cause I’m terrified it won’t look good. But then I came across the Makeover-o-Matic. Upload a picture of yourself for free and try out different styles. I don’t know how accurate it is, but at least it’s funny.

Ever wondered how you will look like when you’re old? I know I have… The Perception Laboratory’s Face Transformer lets you have a sneak peek. Upload a good picture of your self and have a go. It’s scary how good it works! You can also check out how you would look like as black. There are many choices, and they’re all fun.