Which Bright Lip Is Best For You?

Bright lips were rampant on the runway this season, but how do you choose which shade is right for you? We take a look at the most popular brights; pink, orange and red on celebrities that rocked them and show you which tone is best for your skin color. Because nothing beats a bright lip for a burst of summer color!

PINK

A neon bright pink can seem like a daunting color, but it actually works beautifully with cooler toned pale to medium complexions and lighter hair as opposed to a deep tan.

Here, Gwen Stefani's cheeks are lightly bronzed, and her dark smoky eye plays off against her matte pink lip.

Our Recommendation: Mirabella Lipstick in CHARMED (sold at Julia Grace Salon)

ORANGE

A matte orange is best suited to warmer skin tones or those with a natural tan. The orange hue brings out the warmer tones in the skin, which Miranda Kerr has highlighted with a slight sweep of coral blush on the apples of her cheeks. Keep the focus on your lips with simple eye makeup. Just a sweep of mascara and eyeliner is all you need.

Our Recommendation: Mirabella Lipstick in PIXIE (sold at Julia Grace Salon)

RED

Red lipstick works on all skin tones, but this deeper shade with a blue undertone is best suited to pale complexions, especially if you have dark hair. The shade plays off the blue undertones of the skin without looking too brash. The trick as seen here on Rose Byrne is to wear little to no blush.

Our Recommendation: Mirabella Lipstick in CAUGHT RED HANDED (sold at Julia Grace Salon)

Make Your Brows Better In Minutes!

Brows are the most important feature on our face. They serve as a communication tool and if shaped correctly, brows can balance our facial features. To achieve the correct brow shape, a few key points need to be identified: the shape of the face and the hair growth pattern of the brows (some grow upward while grow downward):

How To Proper Eyebrow Placement

1. Beginning point of brow Hold a brow pencil or brush vertically from the inner corner of eye up toward the eyebrow. This is where the eyebrow should start.

2. The arch The brow arch or highest point of a brow shape should directly be above the outer rim of the iris. The arch is usually 2/3 of the length of the eyebrow.

3. Brow ending point Hold a brow pencil or brush diagonally at the base of the nose to the outer corner of the eye and extend it past the brow. The end point is where the ruler intersects with the brow. This prevents brows from appearing too long or short.

Eyebrow Fillers

1. Brow pencils If you already have defined eyebrows or only need to fill in small gaps of missing hair, pencil is the way to go. Anastasia suggests using light and subtle strokes for a natural look. If you draw too hard, your eyebrows will look too harsh and drawn in.
   

2. Brow powder To softly enhance eyebrows, choose a powder shade that's lighter than your hair color. "Powders are great to fill in sparse brows that need definition and shape," says Anastasia. Dip a firm, slanted angle brush in the powder and use light, short strokes to fill in brows. To blend the powder into your brows, brush the hairs with spoolie or a clean mascara brush. Seal in the color with a clear brow gel.
   

3. Brow pens Liquid pens are not as scary as you think. If you use soft and feathery strokes, you can fill in your eyebrows naturally. Another great thing is that the color is smudge-proof, so you won't run the risk of your brows disappearing by lunch.

4. Brow gels Tinted or clear brow gel will help shape eyebrows without adding intense definition. "Gels hold your brows in place all day without flaking or drying down too hard," Anastasia says. If you sleep on your face, you might wake up with your eyebrows out of whack. A brow gel will help tame and keep them in place. These brow gels have a lightweight gel texture and are either clear or pigmented. You can use the brow gel alone (just swipe and go) or use after you apply brow pencils or powders to set them.

Picture Examples

*TIP: Unless you like bold eyebrows, always start with a small amount of brow product. It's easier to add more color than it is to take off.

Enhance Your Eyes

BEFORE

AFTER

Here are some before and after pictures of an individual eye lash application, brow wax and eye make-up application done at Julia Grace Salon. It's amazing what a difference it makes. We use Mirabella make-up at the salon and currently offer temporary individual eyelash extensions (lasting up to 5 days depending on how you take care of them). We are currently in the process of getting eyelash extensions that can last up to 3-4 weeks. Get your eyes done at Julia Grace Salon for any occasion!

Call or Email Julia Grace Salon for details and pricing.
(608) 833-8454
juliagracesalon@gmail.com

Add Some Flare To Your Hair!

Have you ever wanted fun color streaks in your hair without the commitment of actually altering your real color? We now have hair extensions in a variety of fun vibrant colors that are put in using no heat, glue or sticky tape. These extensions can be applied in minutes and will last you up to 8 weeks with absolutely no damage being done to your hair. They are great for any sporting or team events to add flare and team spirit, too!

Also just another note that we are still doing FeatherLocks at Julia Grace Salon. Everyone is loving them and we offer an assortment of colors!

Call or email Julia Grace Salon for more details.
(608) 833-8454
juliagracesalon@gmail.com

Julia Grace stylists attend Sassoon Academy Class

Monday, May 16th 2011

Stylists of Julia Grace Salon attended an advanced cutting & coloring class put on by the professionals of the Sassoon Academy. At Sassoon the teaching and learning philosophy is developed in the form of a pyramid. Beginning with the abc courses where stylists learn the understanding of the dynamics of hair through the Sassoon proprietary methods; abc cutting and coloring hair the Sassoon way. Stylists were taught new methods to control and craft hair, understand how shape and balance works, and how to accentuate skin tone and enhance the bone structure in the face.

The goal of this course was to redefine boundaries and explore the possibilities of hair design. Learning the basic rules and then adding our own creativity is what makes these classes worth while. We look forward to using new techniques learned on our clients and hope they are as excited about it as we are!

Spring Highlights!

Stylists at Julia Grace Salon participated in a Goldwell Trend Zoom class on Monday, May 2nd. Among things learned were new foiling techniques for spring, a new collection of colors as well as ways to intermix cool and warm tones for great dimension in your hair.

The new highlighting patterns are simple, affordable, and they will brighten you up for a fresh look this spring. Bring some life to your hair and make an appointment today!

::Update:: We are selling our FeatherLocks like crazy. If you haven't yet, check out our blog on them and come and have one put in your hair!

FeatherLocks are available at Julia Grace Salon!

Featherlocks are real feathers available in an array of colors that are easily and inexpensively applied to your hair to add subtle or dramatic highlights without damage or altering color.

A new and simple chemical-free technique utilizes silicone bead technology which allows a licensed stylist to safely apply as many or as few FeatherLocks as you want! They are easily removed in a matter or seconds, and reapplied without worry.

• FeatherLocks are made of only the highest quality feathers. Made to last, FeatherLocks will not fatigue under styling conditions. They can be washed, blow-dried, flat-ironed or curled.
  
• While they can stay in the hair for up to 8 weeks, they last a lifetime and can be used over and over again without losing integrity or luster.
• FeatherLocks are available in a vast array of colors, patterns & lengths.
• FeatherLocks are available only through licensed hair stylists and salons.

Call Julia Grace Salon for more information and to book an appointment for FeatherLocks!
(608) 833-8454
juliagracesalon@gmail.com
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