Look of The Day

Here's a look I created for an afternoon catching up with my girlfriends. I wanted to focus on autumn colours considering it's becoming cooler and I recently had warmer tones added to my hair.  

Make-Up

 

Foundation: 

Illamasqua Satin Primer 

Nars Illuminator in Laguna 

Nars Sheer Glow foundation in Punjab (mixed foundation and illuminator together)

Nars Concealer in Custard   

Nars Power in Barcelona (lightly dusted on t-zone)

Cheeks:

Nars Bronzer in Laguna (all over face) 

Nars Blush in Orgasm

 

Eyes:

Mac Paint Pot in Bare Study (eye primer and enhances colour)

Too Faced Eye Shadow Palette in 'Natural at Night' in Nightcap (base), Coco Star (depth) and Spotlight (highlighting and brow definition)

Coco Star used on bottom lash line to create smokey look

Ardell False Lashes in 105 Black

Benefit They're Real! Mascara

Brows:

Illamasqua Fine Pencil in Uncanny 

Rimmel Fine Pencil in Hazel 

Ardell Brow Sculpting Gel in Brown

 

Lips:

Inglot Soft Precision Lipliner in 67  

Inglot Lip Paint in 21 

 

Brushes:

Bobby Brown full make-up brush set 

 

 

 

Hair 

To create this hair style I used one and a half packets of hair extensions, my new InStyler rotating iron and my GHD

1. Wash and blow dry hair reasonably straight.

2. Apply heat protector all over hair, I use Kerastase Nectar Thermique.

3. Tease then hair stray hair in sections adding your hair extensions in appropriate parts.

4. Now your hair is prepped so part your hair where you want and begin styling your hair.  

5. I used my InStyler rotating iron to style the top section of my hair, I started at the back by gliding the roting iron from the root to the ends to create maxium volume at the roots. 

6. When styling the sides of my hair as I glide the iron down and flicking it facing away from my face so my hair frames around my face. 

7. Now that I have created volume at top and styled around my face I move on to the rest of my hair, sectioning it off in two parts. 

8. I start by curling my hair in large sections using my GHD always start from the back, throwing each finished curl behind your shoulder and a light spray and start you curls no higher than your shoulders.

9. Also remember to alternative your curls meaning curl one part facing inwards and one part facing outwards so all your curls don't bunch up together. 

10. Once I have finished one side I move on to the other side usually my left side is always a bit harder to master with the GHD. 

11. Finish off with a spray of L'Oreal Elnett Satin in Very Volume, back combing your roots and the lightly brush out your curls using a wide bristle brush. 

12. To smooth my ends I use Kerastase Exlixir K Ultime beautifying oil (must buy it! it's amazing) 

- Keep updated and I will record a full YouTube tutorial of this style, showing you in detail the techniques. 

Outfit 

Dress by 'And She Was'

Shoes by Wittner

Clutch Mimco 

Earrings and Bracelet by Diva 

Scent Miss Dior by Dior

Love 

Jemma-Ashley  

xxx

RAW Protein

I would love to share with you my new favourite protein 

Raw Protein 

 

Firstly I would like to draw upon the huge misconception that I hear on a regular basis about protein powders. I often hear females associating protein powders with massive body building men who have bulging biceps ect but in reality they are dedicated athletes who train numerous times a day, I guarantee you won’t look like that.

Supplementing protein shakes into your diet is proven to be very beneficial to females. If your motive is to get a lean, toned physique then it is important you achieve the correct exercise and nutrition in order for your body to work for you. I am no dietician, however I have studied health and nutrition at a university level and obviously correct nutrition is vital to achieving your goals.

Starting by getting your diet right can do amazing things for your performance and I truly believe protein powers can help you reach your goals faster. When adding protein to your diet especially if you have started resistance training, the protein provides your body with something called amino acids which is essential for muscle recovery and promotes lean muscle growth.

I started resistance training nearly two years ago and after my Body Pump classes or weights sessions I would be immensely fatigued, I could barely walk the next day and I would binge because I was so hungry. I introduced protein shakes into my diet and quickly I began reaping rewards such as quicker recovery so no next day soreness and wasn’t starving anymore after my workouts. Most importantly my body fat levels dropped and I lost a lot of centimeters all over my body. Let me be clear, I am already very petite and slim so I can’t lose weight even if I tired but I still managed to gain slimmer results without actually losing weight. So listen up girls! Believe me lifting weights and taking a protein shake actually makes you slimmer and drops body fat!

So why is taking protein so important to me? Well I base myself on a high-protein diet however I don’t like eating a lot of meat, for example I rarely eat red meat and only eat chicken a few times a week. So I look into other alternatives to get my protein intake that’s why protein power is so important to me in my diet.

When I tried RAW protein for the first time I was instantly energised and I could feel the enzymes working their magic. Raw protein is a high quality, plant-based protein with live probiotics and enzymes, vitamins and nutrients such as Beta-glucans. It also doesn’t contain any fillers and artificial flavours which is a huge relief for me because I am very sensitive to artificial flavours.

The benefits of this protein is endless:

• 18 grams of protein per serving and 35% of daily value
• Add to meals to increase protein content
• Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
• Alternative to soy and animal protein powers
• Low carbohydrates and sugar
• Easily digested and supports your digestive health
• Mixes well in shakes and smoothies
• Gluten and diary free

I have my Raw protein shake after every workout mixed with water, if I want a protein boost I will add the powder to my oatmeal or have an additional serving throughout the day. I also bought mine unflavoured but they offer Raw protein in Vanilla and Chocolate. If your looking into purchasing this protein I bought mine from Muscleworx they also have an online store www.muscleworx.com.au and offer free shipping.

Love 

Jemma-Ashley 

xxx

Hollywood Style

Here's a look I created for a night out. I went for a very glamorous style with big hair, red lips and a tailored dress. I absolutely love this look so classy, feminine and reminds me of Marlyn Monroe.  

 

Make-up 

To create this make-up look I was inspired to have dewy skin, heavy eye lids using false lashes and bright juicy red lips with a hint of gloss.   

Foundation: 

Illamasqua Satin Primer 

Nars Illuminator in Laguna 

Nars Sheer Glow foundation in Punjab (mixed foundation and illuminator together)

Nars Concealer in Custard   

Nars Power in Barcelona (lightly dusted on t-zone) 

Cheeks:

Nars Bronzer in Laguna (all over face) 

Nars Blush in Orgasm

Eyes:

Too Faced Shadow Insurance (eye primer and enhances colour)

Too Faced Eye Shadow in Satin Sheets (base) Totally Toasted (depth)

Dior Eye Palette in Icing (brow definition) 

Illamasqua Precision Ink in Havoc

Ardell False Lashes in 105 Black

Benefit They're Real! Mascara 

Brows:

Illamasqua Fine Pencil in Uncanny 

Rimmel Fine Pencil in Hazel 

Ardell Brow Sculpting Gel in Brown 

Lips:

Inglot Soft Precision Lipliner in 67  

MAC Lipstick in Ruby Woo

Victoria's Secret Shiny Kiss Gloss in Sugar High

Hair 

To create this hair style I used one packet of hair extensions and my new InStyler rotating iron. My new InStyler is amazing! If you can't curl your hair using an GHD then I would highly recommend buying this hair styler. It's super easy to use, it polishes and creates volume in one sweep. 

 

Outfit

Dress by Celeb Boutique 

Shoes by Zu

Clutch Mimco 

Earrings and Cuff by Diva 

Scent Miss Dior by Dior 

Love 

Jemma-Ashley  

xxx