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Sommarsmink – 5 favoriter

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Midsommaren närmar sig med stormsteg och då är sommaren officiellt här! Därför tänkte jag dela med mig lite tips och råd om sommarsmink, så att du kan se naturligt snygg ut, vare sig det är midsommarfest, släktträff eller bröllop som står på din agenda.

I våras deltog jag i Youngbloods sminkkurs där jag fick lära mig mycket nytt och fick en rejäl dos av inspiration till sommarbröllopen.
Youngblood är mineralsmink och består till 100% av rena naturliga mineraler och passar alla hudtyper. Dessutom innehåller det UVA och UVB skydd med en solskyddsfaktor på 15. Mineralsminket täpper inte till porerna och det är därför det är så bra på sommaren. Youngbloods produkter är inte testade på djur vilket för oss på Absolutely Gorgeous BCN & Absolutely Gorgeous STHLM är oerhört viktigt.

För att göra det lätt för dig så har jag samlat ihop mina 5 favoritprodukter till sommarsminket:

– “Mineral rice setting powder” är perfekt för varma dagar då huden lätt blir blank. Det är ett 100% talkfritt puder som används som primer innan foundation vilket gör att fuktighetskrämen binds, fet hud oljeabsorberas och porer minimeras.

– “Ultimate concealer” piggar upp trötta ögon efter sommarfesten och används för att dölja mörka ringar och släta ut fina linjer även över finnar eller andra utslag typ myggbett.

– “Lunar dust” är ett ljusreflekterande mineralpuder som används till att ge lyster åt din solbränna tex i ansiktet, på skuldrorna eller på benen etc och det används med borste eller ett annat bra sätt är att blanda in lite Lunar Dust i din kroppslotion.

– “Incredible gel eyeliner” är en “must have” i handväskan pâ sommaren. Inget kladd och den håller hela dagen och kvällen så du kan lugnt dansa barfota långt in i sommarnatten.

– Mitt personliga favorit läppstift “Dragon Fruit” passar alla och är väldigt snyggt speciellt på sommaren. Dessutom håller det hela dagen och det både skyddar och fuktar dina läppar.

Är du intresserad av att testa Youngbloods produkter eller få mer råd så finns jag på salongen “Hairstars” på Repslagargatan 8 på Södermalm i Stockholm. Personligen så känns det både spännande att prova på något nytt som både ser bra ut och är väldigt bra och skonande för huden. Välkommen in! www.hairstars.se

Catrin Söderdahl, Frisör/Makeup stylist, Absolutely Gorgeous STHLM
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How to make your make up last during hot and humid summer days

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For those of you who live in Barcelona, you know that it can get very humid here in summer and for those who aren’t from here, get prepared and take note :). When I first arrived, the humidity during the summer days, was also new to me so today I want to share a 3 tips about how to make your make up stay during a hot summer day and recommend the products I use.

1.Light moisturizer

Choose a very light oil free moisturizer, and if you have oily skin do not put anything over the spots on your face where you mostly get oily, usually forehead, nose and chin.
I can recommend Total Mat from Vichy,  it makes your skin hydrated without the oilyness.


2. Primer
To get your make-up stay in place during hot summer days, use a primer to make both your foundation last longer and to make your eye shadow stay on during the hole day and night. My favourite primer under the foundation is Prep and Prime from Mac and under the eye shadow  Shadow Insurance from Too Faced. I use theese for make up during hot summer days and also when I do weddings.

3. Water proof mascara

I really recommend water proof mascara, it is great for going to the beach, when you are sweating and also when you get emotinal at a wedding ;). I really like and recommend Canonball ultra waterproof mascara, from Urban Decay. It will stay on until you remove it with eye make up remover.

Then to sum up a few general tips:

Use light oil free products and not use too much powder, since it will only build up layers on your skin. Remember also to look for products with sun factor to protect your skin. For example, tinted lip balms with sun factor are much lighter and more comfortable in summer than lip stick. You should also avoid darker make up in summer, because it can give you a “heavy look” and therefore it is much better to use more colours as soft pinks, coral and pastels.

For more tips and any questions regarding hair and make-up please do not hesitate to contact us.

Have a lovely summer!

Catrin Söderdahl, Professional Hair & Make Up Artist, Barcelona
Hair Tips, Make-up Tips, Product Advice

5 Christmas Gift Ideas For Your Hair & Skin

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Christmas is around the corner and it is time to go Christmas shopping. That is why, I’ve decided to dedicate this post to 5 Christmas gift ideas for hair & skin products that are good for you especially now in the winter.

1. Argan oil, rich in vitamin E

When I got a bottle of Argan oil, from one of my clients, my first thought was that this oil would be too greasy for my skin and not do well. But I was so wrong. The Argan Oil, which is 100% natural made of organic oil, does not leave your skin oily at all and it feels great. Actually, now I cannot live without it! The Argan Oil has lots of vitamin E and an interesting detail is that the Berber women in the south of Morocco use it as a beauty and anti ageing agent for their skin, body and hair.

2. Bare minerals starter kit to look tanned also in winter

The Bare Minerals Kit is another “must-have” product. For example, the make-up powder feels great on your skin and it is totally natural. It is easy to use and gives a very natural look. Bare minerals offers a start kit that includes everything you need, brushes, foundation and including a video with instructions on how to apply the make-up. I am especially a great fan of the terracotta sun powder that gives you a sun-tanned glow also during the winter.

3. For hair care: Bed Head’s ”Dumb Blonde” hair mask.

This hair mask from Bed Head is obviously not only for blond hair and it is not only a hair mask, it can be used as a conditioner as well. The “Dumb Blonde” is a great moisturizer without making your hair heavy. You could for example, leave it in for just 10 minutes about once a week and your hair will feel lovely and soft. Extra plus it smells really nice! For more info: http://www.tigihaircare.com

4. A low-budget but a great and multi-use gift – Vaseline for soft lips and soft hands

Vaseline is another of my “must haves” and I always carry it with me. I cannot live without Vaseline, especially in the winter since I hate having dry lips. I also use it on my hands or feet when they are really dry. Put it on just before going to bed and leave it on over night. It is a cheap beauty treatment trick that works great. Find out more: http://vaseline.com/

5. Safe card gift: Luxury ”Body butter” from Body Shop

You might have heard already about the Body Butters from Body Shop. There are lots of tempting scents such as Coconut, Papaya, Sweet Lemon, Japanese Cherry Blossom, Strawberry, and Vanilla etc. The body butter works for different skin types and leaves your skin very soft. It moisturizes your body for 24 hours and the butter absorbs easily.  This is a great Christmas gift and you cannot go wrong with this option. See more: www.bodyshop.com

Image from http://msdbelleza.com

P.S My personal favourite is papaya

Happy Healthy X-mas Shopping!

Catrin Söderdahl, Hair & Make-up Artist Barcelona
Hair Tips, Product Advice

4 useful hair tips for a healthy & shiny hair during summer

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It’s always important to take care of your hair, especially in the summer, when you are exposed a lot to the sun. Dry and brittle hair looks unhealthy and makes it a lot harder to style as well. Here are 4 useful tips on how to take care of your hair during the summer:

1. Have a trim to get rid of split ends every 6-8 weeks

2. Wear a hat or at least cover your hair while sunbathing on the beach

3. Drink more water to help moisturize both your hair and skin

4. Use good moisturizing products for your hair

I have two “favourites” when it comes to good moisturizing products. I can highly recommend K-pak Smooting Balm from Joico. It’s a leave- in conditioner with keratin silicon complex. It protects your hair from heat, conditions, eliminates frizz and also works as a heat activated straightning balm. In the summer you can use a leave in conditioner after every time you washed your hair.
The other moisturizing product I really can recommend is a great hair mask; “All Soft Heave Cream” super treatment from Redken. It moisturizes your hair to the maximum and leaves it soft, shiny and much more manageable, love it!

Enjoy the summer that’s left!

Catrin Söderdahl

Professional Hair & Make-Up Artist
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Good waterproof make-up products at your wedding

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It is really important to have good water proof make-up products at your wedding. It is a long day and there will be lots of tears of happiness, laughter, and joy. I’ve recently bought two new products that I can strongly recommend. I use these products for my brides and for all the weddings I do. The products are called Aqua Smokey Lash Mascara and Aqua Cream Eyeshadow (number 16) from Make Up Forever.

Be sure to be absolutely gorgeous even when you cry…