Girls Night Out Event

We're stepping up the game for our booth at the Head2Toe Girls' Night Out event on June 3. When you stop by our booth, we want you to feel like you've stepped into shopping heaven. In addition to exclusive promos, here are some of the things we're super excited about that you can look forward to.


Chocolate-Filled Wine Glass Tower

We went to my new favourite store (Bulk Barn, FYI) and purchased a ton of chocolate caramels, raspberry creams, and white chocolate raisins. The poor clerk weighing it all assumed one of us had been through a breakup. What can I say, we need to fill more than 100 mini wine glasses. These tasty treats are free, so make sure to pick one up when you come by.

Don't worry, we did some quality control testing and can promise you they are delicious.


Gorgeous Decorations

If you've ever been on Pinterest, you've seen balloon garlands. We absolutely love this fun twist on party decorations, so we're making our own. Prep yourself for black, white, and gold balloon bliss. To put our own stamp on it, we're adding orchids.

Our set up is custom designed, and a lot of it is made by hand here in St. John's. Also, did we mention that we found glowing balloons? Not glow in the dark, but glow at all times balloons.


Gifts for Spending $100 or More

Who doesn't love a little bit extra? If you spend $100 or more at our booth, we'll give you a free gift. There's two to choose from - either a set of two nail polishes or a pack of 20 mini pairs of hypoallergenic studs. Supplies are limited, so come early!



Entry for a Prize

When you come by to see us be sure to enter your name into the draw for free product. There's no purchase necessary, and you won't pay for shipping or delivery of the items. The draw will be the next day and the winner will be notified by email by June 10.

We'll post your first name and last initial on our Facebook page announcing you as the winner. Other than that, your personal info will remain confidential.

How to Use Green Concealer

As someone who is extremely pale, I am often faced with the challenge of evening out my skin tone. Red splotches are a common enemy, as is ending up pink after washing off my makeup. This is where green and yellow cosmetics come into play.

There is a solution – green cover up.

I recently saw a Facebook post that said when people say to use green to counteract red, they actually mean use yellow. This, however, is inaccurate. Yellow certainly has a purpose, it just isn’t the same as green. Here is your guide to using green and yellow foundation, and some tips for common problems.

When to Use Green

This colour is best when you have a particular spot that needs to be covered. For example, if you have a pimple that is causing a bright red spot, use green to counter-balance the red and create a neutral colour.

From www.physiciansformula.com

Green is also useful if you have red blotches. Most often this is caused by overenthusiastically scrubbing with an exfoliant. Some areas of your face may become red, and not fade right away. Blending green into these areas will take care of the cherry-coloured hue.

I love the Physician’s Formula Gentle Cover Concealer. It goes on creamy and is easy to blend, but it also stays in place.

Once you have all your red spots covered, apply your regular foundation over top.

When to Use Yellow

While green is best for small spots, yellow is better for an all-over application. Many people who are pale (myself included) have a pink undertone to their skin. Foundations tend to have either a yellow or pink base. Using a pink base on pink skin makes you look slightly sunburned.

Instead, choose a foundation with a yellow base. By applying the yellow shade all over, you’ll end up with a neutral face, rather than a pink one.

Common Problems:

Problem: I can still see the green through my foundation.

Cause: Not enough blending.

Solution: Try a liquid concealer. Solid concealers (the ones that look like lipsticks) are firmer and aren’t always as easy to blend as liquids. Put a small amount on your finger, and dab it into the red area. Once the spot is covered, gently blend around the edges to smooth it into your skin.

You may also want to consider picking up some disposable cosmetic sponges. Apply the concealer to the sponge, then dab it onto your face. The sponge will absorb the extra pigment and make it easier to blend. Make sure you avoid rubbing, as this will only make your skin redder.

Problem: I look like Christmas.

Cause: You are using too much green in the wrong spots.

Solution: To start, don’t apply the concealer directly from the package. It is much harder to gauge how much you are using, and excess green won’t blend in.

Be sure you are only using it in the places that need covering. It’s easy to get carried away and do your whole face. However, if you add green to places that don’t need it, the areas that do need it start to look red in comparison.

Keep in mind that once you put your foundation over top, the green won’t be noticeable. Use foundation rather than a tinted moisturizer. You can build more coverage with a foundation than you can with a tinted moisturizer. Be sure to set your foundation with a powder for longer-lasting coverage.

Problem: Yellow foundation doesn’t cut it.

Cause: A lot of pink your skin.

Solution: If you find that green concealer and a foundation with a yellow base don’t completely tone down your pink hues, try layering a few different colours. Start with a green primer, then use your green concealer. Add your yellow-based foundation, and top it off with colour correcting powder.

Colour correcting powders are a mix of several shades. Swirl them together using a soft brush, and dust it on top of your foundation.