Aveda Renewing Lip Treatment

Nourish-Mint Renewing Lip Treatment is a must have for me. Living in an extremely dry climate is harsh on my lips and I wear this stuff as much as I can. This colorless lip treatment increases moisture by 26%, smooths the appearance of fine lines by 26% and has an organic vanilla and spearmint flavor. You can wear it alone or under lip color for some extra moisture, or line and fill lips first then layer the renewing lip treatment for a hint of color and for an overnight intensive conditioning treatment apply at bedtime.

xo.

sneak peak of passion flower makeup line!

As some may know and some may not know last Monday I went to Los Angeles for an opportunity to audition to be a freelance makeup artist for Aveda, I've been practicing and studying for this audition all summer and I can't believe it's already over! It was such a blast, I loved the class I was able to attend and all the fun people I met that were just entering the program like me and the ones that have been a part of the program for years. The audition was simple, full face of makeup using all Aveda makeup and a quick interview to learn about our backgrounds and where we wanted to go with Aveda. The truly inspiring and fun part was the 4 hour class I was invited back for after the auditions, this class was all about the new seasonal fall/winter makeup line Aveda is launching called Passion Flower.

I can honestly say that I love each new makeup collection a little more than the last one, Passion Flower has a perfect mix of neutrals and bright colors and shimmer and matte eyeshadows. Not to mention two brand new lip liners, 3 amazing lip sticks and 3 hydrating lip glazes. All of the colors in this line are extremely pigmented and of course still live up to Aveda standards by using plant derived ingredients and formulating all of their makeup without parabens, mineral oil and talc.

Here are swatches from the new Passion Flower eyeshadow and lip collections on my really tan arm and hand..

petal essence single eye colors:
brown velvet rose
callalily
bittersweet
green tuberose
night iris
cerulean bloom

lip collection:
lip liners in tarragona and foxglove
lip colors in rare orchid, snap dragon and wild fuchsia
lip glazes in gilded lotus, pearl rose and star dahlia.

I'll be doing a makeup event on September 15th at my salon, check facebook for more info!

xo.

smoothing body polish, for radiant skin.

with the seasons about to change, one thing that usually gets neglected is your skin. no i'm not talking about your face, because most people do update on their face routine as seasons change. i'm talking about your body, especially here in utah the change from summer to fall/winter is a drastic one leaving skin dry, flaky and begging for moisture. i'll give you some tips on how to transition your body care routine for the upcoming fall months so you're radiant and soft all winter long.

one of the best products to use this time of year is smoothing body polish. it gently polishes away dead surface cells and skin dulling debris to reveal smoother, softer skin beneath. using a blend of finely ground walnut shells, kelp, aloe, lavender and herbal extracts to help exfoliate and soften skin. use the smoothing body polish on moist skin or right after a shower, rinse off when done.

after exfoliating with smoothing body polish you want to make sure to moisturize the skin as well, my go to moisturizer is always the replenishing body moisturizer. this moisturizer restores suppleness to dry skin with a moisture binding blend of vitamins, natural humectants and oils-including meadow foam. the refreshingly aromatic blend with pure plant and flower essences can't be beat. the best time to use the replenishing body moisturizer is right after a shower when pores are open and begging for moisture.

xo.

pure abundance style prep

pure abundance style prep spray is the newest product specifically made to give weightless natural volume all day. pure abundance style prep utilizes a botanical blend of passion fruit, rice bran, açaí oil, organic aloe and acacia gum to thicken strands. weightless conditioners detangle hair to prevent breakage when combing. style prep also uses corn derived polymers to give fine hair hold to last all day, or be used on dirty hair days to add volume and not weight.

$24

xo.

protect your summer tresses with sun hair care.

the elements during the summer months are known to take a toll on your hair, most commonly from sun, chlorine or salt water. Aveda makes a few different products to help up your defenses against the harsh summer elements. there are three different products in the sun care collection, they are; after sun hair masque, protective sun veil and sun care hair & body cleanser.

sun care protective hair veil - a lightweight, water-resistant UV defense mist that protects hair from sun exposure for up to 16 hours, to minimize color fadage, damage and dryness.

sun care after-sun hair masque - an intensive cream masque that restores sun-exposed hair, moisturizes, and helps defend against free radicals

sun care hair and body cleanser - a color-safe formula that gently and effectively removes chlorine, salt and product build-up, while helping to maintain moisture balance.

xo.

invati: solutions for thinning hair.

thinning hair is an issue that bothers women and men of all ages, good news invati is here to help! invati has a clinically proven blend of ayurvedic herbs that helps you keep the hair you have and reduce hair loss. the invati system includes an exfoliating shampoo, thickening conditioner and scalp revitalizer which all contain certified organically farmed ginseng and turmeric from india.

the invati exfoliating shampoo removes build up that can clog pores on the scalp with salicylic acid derived from wintergreen. it also gives nourishment to tight dry scalps using milk thistle and millet seed.

invati thickening conditioner is a thick luxurious conditioner containing kukui nut oil for shine, arginine derived from sugar beets and soy protein to reduce breakage and improve elasticity of hair, and guar, grapeseed and palm to thicken hair.

and last but certainly not least in the invati system is the scalp revitalizer, the revitalizer creates the optimal condition for hair growth. not only does it contain a powerful punch of clinically proven ayurvedic herbs but also vitamin E to help circulation in the scalp, which ultimately promotes healthy hair growth.

i've added some awesome links to short videos with some invati users and my favorite, a video about how Aveda makes partnerships with organic farmers!

click here to see what people are saying about invati

click here to learn about Aveda's partnership with Indian farmers who supply us with organically grown turmeric.

xo.

feeling stressed, try stress fix!

are you stressed out? whenever i'm feeling some extra stress i turn to one of my new favorite Aveda product lines, stress fix! the stress fix line includes body lotion, soaking salts and a portable oil rollerball of the stress fix concentrate. the stress fix line all has the aroma of organically grown lavender, lavandin, and clary sage which are all clinically proven to relieve the feelings of stress.

the stress fix lotion is great to calm irritated and stressed skin down and also can be great for people who type (or do hair..) or other repetitive movements throughout the day. when using the stress fix lotion always apply to hands and then under your nose and take a few relaxing deep breaths, apply in circular motions to tense areas like the neck, shoulders, forearms and wrists.

stress fix soaking salts are the ultimate way to relax and can be used for soaking or as an exfoliant. to exfoliate use as a scrub before/while in the bath, but no worries because once water is applied soaking salts gently dissolve leaving no gritty feeling. to use only for soaking draw a warm bath and add 1 - 2 tablespoons of soaking salts to the water and soak in the tub, preferably with a lit candle and no distractions.

the stress fix rollerball concentrate is perfect to take anywhere incase a stressful situation arrises, there's a simple ritual that you can do almost anywhere. apply stress fix concentrate to the inside of your wrists, then hold over your nose and take deep breaths. you can also apply stress fix to the top point of your neck, and using a press and release motion along the top of the shoulders to relieve tension. if this worked for me during rush hour in Los Angeles, then it will work for you!

xo.

Aveda makeup - what i love and why i love it

did you know that Aveda has their own line of makeup? so many clients and friends that i talk with have NO idea about this fantastic makeup line! Aveda's makeup line was originally introduced as skincare with tint, but the name didn't stick but the ingredients did! all Aveda makeup is formulated without parabens, talc or mineral oil, which are known to have negative side effects when used in cosmetics.

Aveda makeup covers everything from eyes, lips, cheeks, face and they even have amazing brushes and compacts. like any other line of products there are always things you love, and some things you could leave and not be heart broken about. i'll let you know a few of my favorites from each category and tips on how to use them!

lips:

1. nourish-mint lip definer: used as a lip primer to smooth and define lips and helps lip color from fading, features spearmint and sweet vanilla aroma.

2. nourish-mind rehydrating lip glaze in beach thistle & coral sea: rehydrates lips up to 25%, smoothes fine lines in lips, uses pomegranate as an anti oxidant and gives amazing shine with a hint of color.

3. lip saver spf 15: water proof formula uses sun screen and anti-oxidants to protect all day from UV rays, refreshes with cinnamon leaf, clove and anise oils.

4. nourish-mint smoothing lip color in poppy & star coral: provides a bright pop of color that outlasts many other lip colors, increases moisture by 26% and uses spearmint and vanilla flavor

eyes:

1. petal essence eye definer in black orchid: uses aromatic flower waxes to create a creamy and blend able pencil, color stays true and smudge free and ophthalmologist tested to reduce irritation.

2. petal essence single eye color in illumination: true to color that blends and builds effortlessly. illumination is great to use on the brow bone or inner corner of the eye.

3. petal essence eye color trio in sea grass: the complementary colors in one eyeshadow pan make it easy to wear all three or just pick one, the sea grass trio includes warm matte sand colors to deep sea green.

4. color options eye shadow transformer: just a drop or two transforms shadow into cream, liquid liner or can be used as a primer all over the lid to intensify color and staying power.

face/cheeks:

1. inner light mineral tinted moisturizer spf 15: lightweight formula that blends skin tone evenly, formulated with mineral derived sunscreen.

2. petal essences face accents in shimmer shell: blend and build with a trio of long wearing colors, shimmer shell can be dusted lightly all over the face or used as a blushing bronzer.

3. inner light concealer: creamy consistency that sets up quickly to stay crease and smudge resistant, helps camouflage dark circles, age spots or blemishes.

4. uruku bronzer in brazilian sun with kabuki brush: uses annatto, a powdered pigment from the uruku shrub and vitamin E as an anti oxidant to provide an amazing long lasting all natural glow for skin.

there is so much that i didn't mention in this post that i still love! there are a few things i'm a snob about, like mascara, pink lipstick and some more intense eye shadow pigments that aveda doesn't quiet cover for me.. but everyone is different, so get to your nearest Aveda salon or experience center and play around with their extensive makeup stations! there's a ton to use and a ton to learn about Aveda's amazing makeup line. today i did a makeup look and posted it on instagram using some of my fave Aveda products in this post, you should do the same and tag me in the post! @viccyslade

lip definer & coral star lip color on lips

sea grass trio on lids + shadow transformer for liner

uruku brazilian sun bronzer on cheeks

inner light tinted moisturizer & concealer in 01 on face

mac swiss chocolate shadow on brows

buxom lash mascara on lashes

xo.

back from vacation & some products i used while i was there!

i'm back from my week long vacation to california and las vegas, and i miss it already! going to vegas for the annual music festival electric daisy carnival is always a great way to escape and nothing compares to fresh sushi and the beach in california, plus i was with my favorite guy the whole time! (:
packing for vacations can be stressful, so i decided to take some pictures along the way of what i brought with me and why.

the first group of products i'll talk about is hair. i curled my hair with a flat iron once on the trip but i mostly stuck with doing no heat curls the whole time, which was a total time saver!

1. control force hair spray - firm but workable hold, great for holding curl from dusk till dawn!

2. smoothing fluid - smooths down fly aways + adds shine, i like to comb this through my hair after i curl it.

3. style prep smoother - use on damp hair to add shine and leave hair smooth (also has heat protectant).

4 & 5. deep conditioner in the spray bottle (professional use only) and dry remedy shampoo in the little pot - i only pack a small amount of shampoo and these little pots come in handy for that!

now for the makeup i used, this is my everyday stash but i also brought pigments, fake eyelashes and other shadows that i only used when we went to edc.

1. inner light Aveda concealer

2. buxom lash mascara

3. Aveda tinted moisturizer w/ spf 15

4. two faced bronzer

5. mac swiss chocolate eye shadow to fill in my brows

5. mac cream blush in peony

and skin care, you shouldn't skip your skin care routine just because you're on vacation. the little pots that i used for product are great because then you won't have to pack up a million different eye creams and exfoliants.

1. Aveda outer peace foaming cleanser - my favorite face wash, and it was worth it to bring the big bottle

2. say yes to blueberries brightening facial towelettes - i love these for removing makeup while i'm on vacation, they're super soft and work great. i used them mostly after we got home from edc every morning and they got all of my makeup off! (i wore a ton!)

3. Aveda tourmaline charged radiant skin refiner - uses bamboo extract to exfoliate and tourmaline to recharge skin. i try to use this twice a week to polish skin.

4. Aveda botanical kinetics hydrating lotion - quick absorbing lotion that uses lavender and chamomile to leave skin soft, this works for me in any climate that i've been to!

if you have any questions about products i used while on vacation let me know!

xo.

do fashion colors with Aveda

fashion colors can now be achieved with Aveda hair color. being a stylist that only uses Aveda color, this has made me SO happy! since Aveda is 96% naturally derived from plants and non petroleum minerals there is virtually no damage from using Aveda hair color.
Aveda color is different from other brands of color i've used in so many ways, it's extremely customizable, naturally derived, is more fade resistant than other brands (when it does fade it fades BEAUTIFULLY!), and you can only find it in Aveda salons. Aveda salons are set with a higher standard and have to meet goals to keep Aveda products and color on our shelves, this means when choosing an Aveda salon you cans be confident you're getting educated professionals to work on your hair, skin or nails.
back to the fashion colors, this line of color was released in January, and previous to that you could still get beautiful hair color from Aveda, but no bright colors like blue, green, purple, red, yellow or orange. now we're able to do all of that! coming from someone who loves dying their hair every color of the rainbow and who has used some other brands to accomplish this, i can tell that Aveda's fashion colors last longer, produce more shine and fade on tone.

teal for kirstie. 

red and blue for cindy.

orange and yellow for me.

fashion colors aren't just limited to these pictures, in face they're hardly limited at all! i've been playing around with all sorts of fun colors lately and i love it! visit an Aveda salon today to check out what the buzz is about!

xo.

my favorite product: brilliant universal styling cream

even though it is really hard to pick one favorite Aveda product, i can say my decision is made. the brilliant universal styling cream is such a "universal" product that can work with almost any hair type to add shine, smooth down fly aways, protect from heat, reduce frizziness and it can be used on damp or dry hair!

the key to using universal styling cream successfully is the amount you're using, for thick coarse hair i would recommend using no bigger than a quarter amount on damp hair and no more than a nickel size on dry hair. for medium to thin hair a dime size amount will do for use on damp and dry hair. experimenting with product is one of my favorite things to do, and with Aveda products it's easy to use less since Aveda concentrates all of their products using pure flower and plant essences. so start with a small amount and add more if you feel the need.

i personally love using the universal styling cream before i use a flat iron or other heat styling tools on my hair, it gives great protection and gives hair a glossy smooth finish. the humectants (or moisturizing ingredients) in brilliant universal styling cream help keep moisture in the hair instead of drying it out, and of course Aveda uses only the best ingredients in their products. universal styling cream uses 100% certified organic aloe to moisturize the hair from the inside out!

keep checking back for a giveaway soon for a chance to win some universal styling cream!

xo.