NYX Brush Review + Highlighting for DARK Skin

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VIDEO | https://youtu.be/WNZvsf2qb1k

Are the new NYX Makeup brushes any good?

(links below)

Here is what I thought of the NEW NYX makeup brushes 

available at Ulta 

I have had these brushes for a while.. after finally using them,

I'm in love! They are soft sturdy and cut extremely well! 

I love how the pick up, blend out and blend in product. 

They are great prices and an AWESOME Christmas present for

ANY makeup artist or enthusiast. 

Watch the VIDEO above for more, and to see them in action.

NYX Makeup Brush  Highlighting Tips for DARK Skin 

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NYX Brushes | http://bit.ly/1U5w5RC

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NYX Highlight & Contour Kit |  http://bit.ly/1Qx3hkO

My Lip COLOR | http://bit.ly/1Ojr03p

Fan Brush | http://bit.ly/1Y3xJ6V

Duo Fibre Brush | http://bit.ly/1lQsefE

Crease Brush |  http://bit.ly/1Rb594v

Kabuki Brush  | http://bit.ly/1NjsXNr

Other Brushes I recommend | http://bit.ly/1IW5tMB

Real technique Brushes | http://bit.ly/1Qx3hkO

IT Brushes |  http://bit.ly/21QoFXI

BH Cosmetic Brushes | http://bit.ly/1HoJvWO

Smashbox Brushes | http://bit.ly/1OU6KbC

LOOKS 

Colorful Holiday Makeup | http://bit.ly/1lrFqHw

Drugstore Holiday Makeup | http://bit.ly/1NsU0VT

How I pair blush & lips | http://bit.ly/1ZDAcZs

Special Occasion Makeup | http://bit.ly/1XFYy6l

NUDE Lipstick for Dark Skin | http://bit.ly/1lpe85f

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Skin Needling? vs Co2 Laser BEST for skin?

If you watch my YouTube videos, you'll know I have been on a quest for my best skin ever. Well, the best I can get it. Clear, smooth, balanced and well hydrated skin is my goal, this post is about HOW I am achieving it!

The first improvements I wanted to make were to my spots of hyper pigmentation aka "The Ghosts of acne's past". SO armed with 2 weeks worth of Google research I decided to try fractional Co2 laser.

Fractional CO2 Skin Resurfacing. Fractional CO2 resurfacing can erase years from your face and dramatically improve the appearance of wrinkles and pigment, but it is not a lunchtime procedure. “In the past, traditional carbon dioxide laser treatments removed the entire surface of the skin.
- Google 

Here you will find a VIDEO on my first experience with the co2 laser at (Metro MD) Hollywood. 




Here is the LINK to that video. 
 
If you know anything about lasers (which I did not) you'll know that they are NOT always recommended for the care of "dark skin". I had a consultation with Dr.Martin of Metro MD and her assured me that at his clinic he knew the proper temperatures to not burn my skin, which would result in more hyper pigmentation.  


 
If you watched the video then you know I was happy with my results. I purchased a 3 package deal 
MetroMD.net http://bit.ly/1uhkFhq Follow @TheMetroMD http://bit.ly/1x7cRTY

Services I had Preformed

PRP Facial $1200

PRP is a natural product created from your own body. A small amount of blood is drawn from you and placed in a sterile tube that is spun down in a centrifuge to separate the different components of the blood. Red and white blood cells are divided from the platelets and the plasma (the clear fluid). This plasma now contains a higher than normal number of platelets and is called platelet rich plasma, or PRP and can be re injected into areas and can repair itself. 

Fractional CO2Laser Package of 3 treatments $2500

Fractional CO2 resurfacing can erase years from your face and dramatically improve the appearance of wrinkles and pigment. Tiny wounds are made and the surrounding healthy skin helps with healing, making new collagen and elastin.


3 sessions + prp = $3000

Above you can see what my face looks like during and after. Immediately after my skin is fine. on the first day for the first few hour post procedure... you skin will be sensitive. If you have a more pale complexion you will be VERY red i'm sure... The following days my skin gets flaky scabs up and peels off within a week. The process is relatively painless and after 3 days you can wear makeup.  

The only down side is the recovery period, though short.. your skin does go through a Freddy Krueger like stage... 

Skin Needling is a procedure that uses multiple needles less than 0.25mm in diameter, to pierce the skin and create tiny injuries deep in the skin. These dermal injuries lead to new collagen formation via the normal skin repair mechanisms.

Above you can see what my face looks like during a typical semi aggressive dermal rolling session. I used lidocaine on my face for 45 mins prior to treating, and it's painless. I LOVE the fact that I can do this at home for less than $10. I also like the fact that there is relatively NO down time. The results can be seen within the first couple of week of you rolling. The only down side it there isn't as much of an immediate gratification here.. it's time tested. The few changes I noted immediately were in the collagen production... I feel my face looks a lot smoother. My cheek and nasal labia folds definitely LOVE dermal rolling. 

I will also say that Dermal rolling is not for the squeamish or fait at heart. You have to commit and press those needles INTO YOUR FACE... No Doctor's help... 


Which do I prefer

If you have the money, and DON'T have the I'd say you will LOVE the 4-5 day turn around getting Laser work can provide you. Making sure you have the RIGHT doctor is key. If you have the right doctor I would say that this can and will save your face within a few pain free treatments.. 

If you have minor to sever imperfections but can't invest upwards of $2000 I'd say Dermal Rolling or
Skin needling is for you. You not only can control your treatment, but, you get to watch as you repair your skin. It's an AWESOME learning experience and you can use Dermal Rollers ALL over your body. 

Some other uses for Dermal Rollers include but are NOT limited to;
Cellulite
Varicose Vains
Stretch Marks 
Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Hyper Pigmentation 
Hypo Pigmentation 
Better product absorption 

Dermal Rollers | 0.3mm 1.0mm 1.5mm
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1.0mm http://amzn.to/1xAwzUf
1.5mm http://amzn.to/132o4bj

Numbing Cream |  http://amzn.to/1u3wqLL

To further explore my decision, my skin care routine and more products I recommend... 
Click HERE to see a NEW video on Dermal Rolling 

Jill Scott Valentine's Day Makeup

I love Jill Scott She's So sexy Sassy and Confidant and never overly made up! Check out how I re-create a soft sexy look of heres using only 

A Black Cream EyeShadow | ELF Cream Eyeliner

A Black Eyeshadow | MAC Black Tied

A skin tone brown | MAC Brown Down

A Natural Blush | Wet n Wild Heather Silk

Flirty Eye Lashes | MAC #43

Nude Lips | Revlon Mischievous Mocha 

Brown Liner | Milani Brown 

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Sexy Natural GLOWING FOTD

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HD UN Edited

LQ Snapshot

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MOISTURIZER

LA Roche-Posay 

Anthelios 60 

Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid 

FOUNDATION

Chanel Vitalumeiere Chestnut spf 15

BLUSH

Mai Tai by Milani

BRONZER&CONTOUR

MAC Brown Down as Contour

BROWS

MAC Brown Down e/s

Black Matte e/s
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LIPS

Revlon Lip Butter in "Sugar Plum"

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EYES/ LASHES

Sonia Kashuk Lashes

MAC "Brown down" in my Crease

Concealer under my brow
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BRUSHES USED 

Foundation:
Elf Powder brush 

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Contour:
Sigma Makeup Brushes
Sigma ss168
Powder:
Sigma ss150

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