Seasonal bliss is in the air and we want to put it in your makeup bag, too! Check out how to use our newest Colour items to enhance your look and get holiday-party ready in three simple steps.
1. EYES
Use the
Eye & Lip Primer to set the stage for stunning shadow, then apply the bronze and gold shades of the
Highlighting Quad to add shimmering depth and dimension to the lids, lower lash line, and brow bone.
2. CHEEKS
In the same Highlighting Quad, take the rose shade and dust generously on the cheekbones, tip of the nose, cupids bow, and even the center of the lower lip to promote brilliance and enhance your favorite features!
3. LIPS
Kiss Me
Lip Intensive is the perfect shade of holiday red for a bold and creamy pucker that will last you all night long.
Pro Tip: Use this as a creme blush to deliver a cheery monochromatic finish!
Choose makeup that will stick with you as you get your jingle on and dance the night away! Shop your holiday beauty essentials
here.
Go Glitter
Whether it's on the eyes, lips, or cheeks, sparkle and shine is all the rage this winter. Matte looks have made their way out and pops of glitter are settling in for the season. Our Water Colors deliver a balanced shimmer you can use as a shadow, lip topper, or highlighter!
PRO TIP: Make a statement with a concentrated "glitter zone". Focus on one area, like the lips for example, and go subtle on the rest of the face to create a dazzling focal point for your look.
Timeless Red Lip
The classic carmine will always represent timeless beauty, but this season it's back and bigger than ever. Rock bold, candy apple red lips then keep it clean with the rest of your face (we're talking translucent foundation, minimal blush, and a touch of mascara) to achieve this simply stunning look.
PRO TIP: To produce the perfect pout that lasts all day, apply our new Eye and Lip Primer to create the perfect canvas for color.
Iridescent Eyes
Wake up your eyes by adding
highlighter or a bright, shimmery
eye shadow to the three key points of the eye: the inside corners, the brow bone, and the lower lash line. This technique brightens up even the most tired of eyes (which seems to be a constant in the winter) and results in a lovely, luminous finish!
PRO TIP: Blend the highlighter over the full lid to enhance the bright, open appearance using
these tips and tricks.
Color Pop
Electric shades are all over the runways this season. To recreate this trend with a slightly more approachable feel, play with monochromatic hues that compliment the eyes, lips, and cheeks. Or take it a step further and reach for a flashy color like orange-red or hot pink to rock on your lips or lashes.
PRO TIP: Our new
Lip Intensives are richly pigmented with a wide variety of shades and can be used as a creme shadow or blush, too!
Shop from our
Colour Collection to create a fun, flashy look all your own this winter!
Osmosis is proud to partner with such passionate professionals that take your skin to heart and live to make you look and feel your best every single day. We reached out and asked them to share their "why" with us, their journey through esthetics, and the raw challenges and rewarding nature of this career. First up, is Jodi Rome with Glowing Skin Care Salon in Solvang, California.
Jodi has over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry and has had the opportunity to work with some of the foremost leaders in both skincare and cosmetics. In addition, she has worked as an educator for major skincare manufacturers and has had the pleasure of training hundreds of beauty professionals throughout her career. Jodi will take this knowledge and perform an amazing facial coupled with the best doctor-developed products available and transform your skin.
Q1: What inspired you to become an esthetician?
"I call it my "mid-life crisis moment", the moment I decided to go back to school and get my esthetician's license. I was in my late 30's and needed a job, so I reached out to an Account Executive of a major luxury brand and asked for a job; I was hired as an independent contractor to do facials in a department store setting. I had never done a facial! I was trained and found that I LOVE it; I loved making people feel good. And so began the most rewarding career I could have ever asked to be a part of."
Q2: What is one tip that has helped you succeed in your practice that you would want to share with your fellow esthies?
"It's difficult to give just one tip so I will add a couple more. Be authentic, show up 100% for every appointment, and be on time, every time.
Q3: What are your favorite self-care habits after a long day of taking care of others?
"Self-care is so important, we preach it daily. I spray my treatment room with palo santo every night, it helps cleanse the day's events (energy) so I can start fresh the following morning. I am a bit of an introvert so my re-charge has to do with a calm and relaxing environment, enter my 2 amazing and loving cats! Chilling with my kitties makes every day feel like a great day!"
Q4: What is your proudest accomplishment?
"My proudest accomplishment was understanding and knowing that I could support myself in an industry that is not only emotionally rewarding, but also very competitive. Thriving and not just surviving is an incredibly powerful feeling!"
Q5: How do you stay passionate about what you do every day?
"Staying passionate comes easily when you do something you love but there are times, I won't lie, when I need a little bit of a push. Education and newness help motivate me; I try to stay on top of my game, always.
So, next time you visit your Esthetician, be sure to show a little extra love and gratitude because, as you can see, they sure do love you!
Find a Skincare Professional near you
here.
Natural and holistic health practices are surging in popularity as we expand awareness of effective ways to heal the body. Ayurveda (meaning "science of life") is an ancient Indian natural healing practice based on three different Doshas that are categorized as a unique mix of the four elements (earth, water, fire, and air) in the body. These energies play a role in creating and maintaining physical and emotional balance to achieve a healthy lifestyle. This unique perspective can be beneficial in your skin and wellness regime when applied appropriately. Here's how you can integrate it into your routine or practice for ultimate overall health!
The Doshas
Vata: The qualities of this dosha reflect the elements of air and space. Vatas typically have a leaner build and a go-with-the-flow attitude, much like the wind. When balanced, they are creative and enthusiastic; but when out of whack, they can often have dry skin, anxiety, and digestive problems.
Pitta: This dosha reflects fire and water elements. Their energy is oriented around digestion and metabolism in the body and they generally have a fiery, upbeat, and courageous personality. In balance, Pittas are joyful, mentally sharp, and healthy, but their fire can become unruly resulting rashes, internal inflammation, and anger.
Kapha: The earth elements are present internally and physically with this dosha. They usually have a sturdier build and showcase qualities of patience, love, and grounded-ness when balanced. However, when imbalanced, Kaphas can experience oily skin, depression, and lethargy.
Not sure which one you are? Take the quiz to find out!
Diet.
Each dosha is both nourished and triggered by certain foods and diet styles. For example, since Pitta is so fiery, cooling foods such as melon, salads, and iced teas are most fueling for this type. Learning how to eat right for your dosha type will help achieve balance internally, increasing energy levels, mental clarity, and overall health.
Vatas: lean toward warm, nourishing foods like warm soups, freshly baked bread, and herbal tea.
Pittas: choose foods that are cool in nature with heavy textures like salads, cold cereal, and fruits.
Kaphas: anything spicy to help stimulate digestion is great for you such as Mexican, Indian, and Thai cuisine.
Activity.
Just as diet plays a role in your internal balance, the type of activity and exercise you choose to participate in can be crucial to your skin, body, and mental health as well. Learn your body's tendencies (easily stressed, overheated, etc.) and choose forms of physical activity that best serve you.
Vatas: gentle, fluid movements like walking, yoga or tai chi.
Pittas: moderately intensive exercise without too much heat such as swimming or hiking in cooler weather.
Kaphas: daily exercise that stimulates and energizes the body and mind like hot yoga or zumba.
In the Treatment Room.
Whether you're dry skin Vata or oily-prone Kapha, the first step is becoming aware of your skin triggers and tailoring your beauty routine to what your skin and body need so you can treat the skin accordingly.
Vatas: Typically need warming or stimulating treatments. Warm towels and Facial Oils that provide both nourishment and hydration.
Pittas: Usually prone to sensitivity and redness, Pittas need more of a calming and cooling treatment or homecare routine. Epidermal Repair products and soothing masks are great for healing inflammation and relieving irritation.
Kaphas: Can sometimes struggle with oily skin, so products that help to regulate that oil production and neutralize toxins are best. Steer clear of anything too heavy.
While Ayurveda is a great guideline and tool for discovering certain tendencies of the skin, body, and mind, everyone is unique and different and possesses balances and imbalances all their own that can be related to a variety of causes. Get to know yourself and your client and then take some time each day for self-care from the inside out!
