A ballerina bun is cute way to style your hair. This works best with light-weight to medium weight hair that falls to the collar-bone or longer.

Here is how you create the ballerina bun.

This works best with day-old hair so the pins do not slip out.

Start off by spritzing you hair lightly with water, then with a thickening spray. Create a rough, slightly messy texture by blow drying your hair using your fingers.

Pull your hair up high into a high ponytail on the top of your head. Keep it at the centre and not too close to your forehead. Use an elastic band to secure the ponytail.

Brush your ponytail backwards with a soft bristle brush.

Spritz with some hairspray and then brush it out. If your hair still feels slippery it means you haven’t back-brushed it enough.

Twirl the ponytail around your head and pin it. Check to make sure you like the positioning before securing the ballerina bun into place with additional hair pins.

Revlon Photo Ready Air Brush Mousse Makeup is a new foundation that works similarly to the Revlon Photo Ready Foundation. The product claims to give you a flawless finish perfect for photographs, it is suppose to blur out perfections like you have been airbrushed using Photoshop. Unlike the original Revlon Photo Ready Foundation it is a mousse formula.

The Revlon Photo Ready Air Brush Mousse Makeup comes in a bottle with a nozzle on the top. When you spray the foundation it comes out in a light fluffy mousse texture which smoothes out and becomes creamy. Revlon Airbrush Makeup is good for those who love medium to full coverage. If you prefer lighter foundations you will probably find this too heavy for your skin. It uses light reflecting pigments to reflect light and blur imperfections. These light reflecting pigments can look really glittery under different lighting, so not everyone will love this. It also can accentuate oily skin, so I would only recommend this foundation for people with dry skin. It isn’t really long lasting and you do need to retouch the foundation after 4 to 5 hours.

Overall the Revlon Airbrush Makeup is a good foundation but it isn’t amazing. I don’t recommend using this in the day time, just because it looks so sparkly in day light. Use this at night when you plan to take a lot of photos.

I give this a 3 out of 5

No matter how long, thick or curly hair is, you always need to keep it strong and healthy to help it look its best. Follow these suggestions for lush, shiny beautiful locks that are easy to style and manage.

Drink Lots of Water

Water makes up a quarter of weight of a strand of hair. By drinking enough water, it will help keep your hair silky and shiny. Aim to drink eight to ten glasses of water daily.

A Healthy Diet

Hair is a good representation of your body’s health. Good nutrition and a diet rich in protein will not only make your body healthier but also makes your hair stronger and more beautiful.

Vitamins & Minerals

It is important to take supplements such as Zinc, Iron and vitamins A, B, C and E as it can benefit the overall health of the scalp. A healthy scalp means healthy-looking hair.

Be Careful When Styling

Make sure you keep the blow-dryer’s heat a good distance from your scalp and hair to avoid scorching and burning. Extend the time between styling and try to limit blow-drying or flat ironing to twice a week. Hair will be healthier if it is allowed to retain more of its natural oils, which can be worn-out by heat styling.

Keep Drying to a Minimal

Hair is more vulnerable to damage when wet. When drying, press hair with an absorbent towel, make sure you don’t rub or twist it. Minimize hair exposure to heat styling by waiting until it’s nearly dry before using a blow-dryer.

Frequent Trims

If hair is seriously damaged, get a fresh start with a haircut and trim off as much of the damage as possible. A trim every six to eight weeks will get rid of split ends and keep your hair looking healthy.

Gentle Accessories

Be delicate with your hair. Choose hair fasteners and accessories that won’t snag or pull on your hair.

Prevent Breakage

When brushing wet hair, use a wide-tooth comb. Wet hair is more fragile and prone to breakage. Using a detangling product can also help protect hair.

Protect When Needed

When swimming in a pool with chlorine, wet hair first to keep it from absorbing the chemicals and shampoo ASAP.

Use Special Treatments

The right products can instantly improve the look of hair. Add shine by nourishing dry ends with a deep conditioner.

It is important to clean your make-up brushes fail every 2 to 4 weeks to remove build-up of makeup products and prevent bacterial growth. Make-up cleaner can be hard to find and even, sometimes expensive. Find out how you can make your own brush cleanser.

Ingredients:

250ml (8.5 fl oz) of Distilled or bottled water

50ml (1.6 fl oz) of 70% - 90% Alcohol

½ Tablespoon of Dishwashing Liquid

½ Tablespoon of Baby Shampoo

1 Tablespoon of Leave-in Conditioner (Spray Formula)

You will also need:

Mixing jug or pitcher

Spray bottle

How to Make a Make-Up Brush Cleanser

Pour distilled water or bottled water into the mixing jug or pitcher

Add the alcohol, dishwashing liquid, baby shampoo and leave-in conditioner together. Mix well.

Finally, pour the whole into an empty spray bottle.

You are now ready you use your make-up brush cleanser.

To cleanse your brush, just spray the cleanser onto the bristles on your brush until they are damp. Create lather by gently rubbing the bristles with your hands. Run it under the tap water until the water runs clear. Do not soak your brushes, because this can weaken the glue binding to your bristles. Lay your brushes flat on a towel to let it dry. Keep the cleanser stored in a dry, cool place.

Want to rejuvenate and pamper your skin? Try these facial mask recipes. Not only do they use natural ingredients but they are super easy to make too.

Soothing Avocado Facial Mask Recipe

Avocado is rich in natural oils, making this a perfect facial mask for dry skin. Try this recipe to hydrate your skin.

Ingredients

1 egg white

1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 avocado (with skin and seed removed)

To make this nourishing mask, simply mash up the avocado, and then mix in the egg white and lemon juice. Apply it to your face straight away, massage and leave it on your face for 30 minutes before rinsing.

Rejuvenating Honey and Egg Facial Mask Recipe

Honey is a fantastic ingredient to help instantly replenish dry skin. Use this recipe when your dry skin needs a quick fix.

Ingredients

½ table spoon of honey

1 table spoon of powered skim milk

1 egg yolk

Mix together the honey and egg yolk. Slowly mix in the egg and honey mixture to the milk powder. Do small portions at a time to avoid lumps. Once it is mixed well, apply the mask onto your face and leave it on for 20 minutes before rinsing.

Planning to do some travelling? Don’t leave these items behind on your next holiday.

Travel Hair Straightener

Your regular hair straighten can really weigh your luggage down. No matter where you are in the world keep your hair tame and smooth with a mini hair straightener. Not only will you have beautiful straight hair but you will have extra room in your luggage.

BaByliss PRO Nano Titanium - Mini & Travel Straightening Iron

Travel Hair Dryer

Even if you are staying at a hotel, you will probably find the hair dryer they provide is two bit (and 2 watt).If you need a powerful hair dryer while on the go then try CHI Mini Pro Ceramic Travel Hair Dryer.

CHI Mini Pro Ceramic Travel Hair Dryer

Cleansing Facial Towelettes

Facials towelettes or (facial wipes) are great for travelling because you are easy to use, especially when you are flying. They don’t require water and you can simply just wipe your make up away.

Olay 2-in-1 Combination/Oily Daily Facial Cloths

Soothing Eye Masks

Fran Wilson makes a great eye mask which instantly refreshes your eye area. Use it during long flights, to help you feel fresh and avoid puffy eye bags.

Fran Wilson Nourish My Eyes - Green Tea & Cucumber Extract

Hair Serum

Hate having messy hair, especially during connecting flights. Try this hair treatment that will leave your hair sleek and manageable.

Frizz-Ease Creme Serum Overnight Repair formula by John Frieda

Mini Travel Sets

These cute sets are definitely a must when travelling. You no longer have to carry heavy bodies whilst on holiday. What’s great is they are the perfect size to carry on an airplane.

Ecotools Green, Clean, Go Travel Set

Philosophy The Travel Agent

Refreshing Hair Mist

Give your hair a fresh start and use this mist to instantly refresh your hair, leaving it smelling good and adding extra shine.

TRESemme FreshStart Refreshing Mist For All Hair Types

Making your own body lotion is not only a great way to pamper your skin, but you can tailor make it to suit your skin type. Best of all, because you know you are using natural ingredients, you don’t have to worry about it containing nasty chemicals.

Here are some DIY body lotion recipes you should try.

Luxurious Geranium Body Lotion Recipe

This recipe uses geranium oil which is a derived from geranium leaf. It has a nice spicy, sharp and aromatic scent. This recipe is really easy to try and only contains two ingredients.

Ingredients

• 15 drops of geranium essential scented oil
• 175ml/6fl oz of unscented body lotion (choose a formula designed for sensitive skin)

In a mixing bowl add the body lotion and essential oil together. Mix well and ensure the oil is evenly distributed. Pour into a clean bottle with an air tight lid and label it. You can experiment using other essential oils.

Exotic Coconut and Orangeflower Body Lotion Recipe

This lotion is perfect for very dry skin. It contains wheatgerm which is rich in vitamin E, great for protecting the skin against anti-aging.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons of wheatgerm
• 4 tablespoons of sunflower oil
• 50 grams/2 oz of coconut oil
• 10 drops of orangeflower essence

Use heat proof bowl over gently simmering water (or double boiler), add the coconut oil and slowly melt it under the low heat. Slowly stir in the wheat germ oil and sunflower oil. Leave it to cool for about an hour. Add the orange flower essence once it has completely cooled and then pour it into an air tight jar.

You will need to leave the lotion for about 5 hours to let it solidify. When using the lotion warm it up in your hands before apply it to your skin.  This is great for extra dry areas. If you don’t like the scent of orangeflower you can replace it with 5 drops of another essential oil of your choice.

Dry shampoos have come a long way since they have been brought out. Now you can find dry shampoos with different types of formulas that are adapted to different types of hair textures.  Here are some of the different types of dry shampoos.

Best Dry Shampoo for Curly Hair

Tresemme Fresh Start Waterless Foam Shampoo

This is great for curls because it has an airy foam formula. Because it is so light and airy it does not weigh your curls down. It does, however, need to be blotted dry so use it when you need to touch up your hair around the hairline.

Best Dry Shampoo for Adding Texture

Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray

If you want to add volume and lift at the crown of your head, then this is the perfect dry shampoo for you.  Add a couple of squirts at the roots to create height and volume without having to use a teasing brush.

Best Dry Shampoo for Getting Rid of Odour

Neil George Refresh Dry Shampoo

Need a dry shampoo that will leave your hair smelling great all day? Then try this one by Neil George.  It has a light beachy botanical scent and the formula isn’t over drying. Perfect for gyms, outdoor activities or even a long night out.

It is always important to take extra care of your hair, especially if you colour it or use a heat products. Even the environment can cause damage, having your hair exposed to the sun can really dry it out. A perfect way to revive your hair is to make your own treatment. Commercial hair care products may work well for your hair, however you don’t know exactly what chemicals they use and its long term affects.

Here are some simple hair treatment recipes for you to try, remember once you make these, use them immediately as they do not last long.

Natural Dandruff Hair Treatment Recipe

This is such a simple recipe and only needs two ingredients.

Ingredients

• 3 drops of Rosemary Oil
• 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil

Just mix the rosemary oil with olive oil. To use it, rub the mixture into your scalp before going to bed and leave it over night. In the morning shampoo and rinse the dandruff treatment thoroughly.

Recipe for Natural Hair Treatment for Dry Damaged Hair

This is a great recipe to help bring your hair back to life.

Ingredients

• 2 Eggs
• 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
• 2 Tablespoons of Light Sesame Oil
• 2 Tablespoons of Coconut Milk
• 2 Tablespoons of Honey
• 1 Tablespoon of Coconut Oil
• Food Processor or Blender
• Bottle or jar for storage

Mix all the ingredients together, then blend or process it until it is completely smooth. Pour it in a bottle or jar to store it. It can be kept in the fridge for a maximum of three days. To use this natural hair treatment, just apply it after shampooing your hair. Leave it for 5 to 10 minutes before rinsing.

Warm Oil Hair Treatment Recipe

Warm oil treatments are great for improving the condition of your hair and your scalp. It will also help achieve a natural shine.

Ingredients

• 2 Drops of Lavender Oil
• 2 Drops of Tea Tree Essential Oil
• 3 Drops of Rosemary Essential Oil
• 6 Tablespoons of Coconut Oil

Use a dark glass bottle for storage. Using a dark coloured glass will help make the warm oil treatment last longer. Pour all the ingredients into the bottle and shake well.

To use this treatment, simply apply a small amount on to dry hair. Make sure you do not apply too much of the oil treatment. You don’t want your hair to be overly saturated in oil. Massage the oil into your scalp, this will not only make you feel relaxed but it will also let the threatment absorb into your scalp. Cover your head with a warm towel and leave it in for 30 minutes. Shampoo and condition your hair.

Colour correcting concealers and bases are good way to help even out your skin tone. It does this simply neutralising and counteracting unwanted colour tones such as redness. Another benefit of using a colour correcting concealer and base is that it can also brighten your skin, making it look like its glowing and flawless.

Keep reading to find out what colours to use to correct unwanted skin tones

Green concealers and bases are commonly used to correct unwanted red tones. If you find you have a few small red blemishes or pimples use a small amount of green concealer to dab onto the pimple. For larger areas use a green base before applying your foundation.

Peach concealers are fantastic to use to brighten up dark circles on tanned or dark skin tones. It helps counteract purple and olive tones. For people with strong olive undertones you can use a peach coloured base to counteract the dull olive tones which will brighten your skin.

If you have fair skin but you also have dark circles try using a yellow toned concealer. This will neutralise the dark pigments under the eye making you look more awake. For medium or tanned skin tones, you can also use yellow concealer to tone down redness.

Purple make-up bases are generally good for counteracting strong yellow or sallow undertones, apply all over your face before applying your foundation. It is also great for brightening up dull skin.

When purchasing a concealer look out for concealer palettes or colour wheels as they contain a variety of colours. Here are some recommended concealers and bases.

HD High-Definition Glamour Creme Palettes

Kryolan Dermacolor Camouflage Mini-Palette

MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Microperfecting Primer